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    Question

    What is the purpose of "swap space" or "page file" in

    virtual memory management?
    A To store temporary files Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To hold data in RAM Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To facilitate data transfer between CPU and disk Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D To extend usable RAM when physical memory is full Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Swap space allows the operating system to use disk space as additional RAM when the physical memory is full.

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