Complete the description of Primary Storage by filling in the gaps using the words provided below.
Not all words will be used. Computers use storage to hold data that the processor needs to access quickly. This is usually made up of two types of memory.

is a type of memory that is Read-Only. This stores the instructions, which tell the computer how to boot up. This memory is , meaning the data is not lost when the power is turned off.

The other type is . This stores the data and instructions that are by the processor. This memory is , meaning the contents are lost when the power is turned off.

Tick one box in each row to identify whether the statement describes RAM or ROM.

Statement	RAM	ROM
Stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System)
The contents can be changed by the computer
Has a larger capacity in a typical personal computer
Stores the operating system parts currently in use

State the purpose of RAM in a computer system.
(Do not describe its characteristics like volatile/non-volatile).

A car has an on-board computer system (an embedded system) to control the engine.

Explain why this computer system needs Read Only Memory (ROM).

Explain one difference between RAM and ROM relating to their volatility.