What type of computer memory is 'volatile,' meaning its data is lost when the power is turned off?

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RAM

Random Access Memory (RAM) serves as the 'short-term' memory for a computer. It allows the CPU to access data quickly for active tasks, unlike a hard drive which is for long-term storage.

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Which common type of primary computer memory normally loses its stored data when power is turned off?

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