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Which type of memory retains its data even when the power is turned off?

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Which type of memory retains its data even when the power is turned off?
  1. RAM
  2. Cache
  3. ROM
  4. Virtual Memory

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C - ROM
ROM is non-volatile and keeps its contents without power. RAM, cache, and virtual memory (RAM-backed) are volatile.

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