Which of the following units of storage would be used to measure the amount of RAM on a desktop computer?
Correct Answer: B
RAM (Random Access Memory) on a desktop computer is typically measured in gigabytes (GB). RAM is a critical component of a computer's performance, as it temporarily stores data that the CPU uses for processing tasks. The use of gigabytes (GB) as a unit of measurement for RAM has become standard as modern computing demands have increased. RAM sizes generally range from 4 GB to 32 GB or more in typical desktop computers, depending on the system's requirements.
TB (terabytes) is usually used to measure storage devices like hard drives or SSDs, where large quantities of data are stored permanently.
MB (megabytes) and KB (kilobytes) are smaller units of measurement and were more commonly associated with RAM in older computer systems, but modern systems have exceeded the need for these smaller denominations for memory.
Reference:
CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives (Core 1)
Official CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Certification Training Guide