FC0-U71 Tech Concepts and Terminology Practice Question
A user is concerned about losing edits to a document if the power fails. Which type of memory is the document most likely stored in while being edited?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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RAM
RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile; data is lost when power is removed. The document is stored in RAM during active editing.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Cache
Why it's wrong here
Cache is a type of volatile memory but not the main storage for documents.
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HDD
Why it's wrong here
HDD is non-volatile storage, but active edits are in RAM.
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RAM
Why this is correct
Correct.
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ROM
Why it's wrong here
ROM is non-volatile and holds firmware.
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