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Computer Studies Computer Memory

Arrange the following from fastest to slowest: RAM Cache Secondary Storage

A Cache then Secondary Storage then RAM

B RAM then Cache then Secondary Storage

C Secondary Storage then RAM then Cache

D Cache then RAM then Secondary Storage

Explanation

Cache memory is the fastest followed by RAM (primary memory) and then secondary storage (HDD/SSD) which is the slowest. Cache is inside or near the CPU for maximum speed.

Reference: Computer Studies Textbook , Page 4

Hint

Speed decreases as distance from the CPU increases.

Explanation

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