Which term refers to a type of RAM that maintains data as long as it is powered on?

The correct term that refers to a type of RAM that maintains data as long as it is powered on is volatile memory. Volatile memory, such as RAM (Random Access Memory), requires a continuous power supply to retain information. When the power is turned off, all data stored in volatile memory is lost.

Non-volatile memory, on the other hand, can retain data even when not powered, making it suitable for long-term storage. Static memory and dynamic memory are both types of volatile memory, but they differ in how they store data. Static memory (SRAM) uses bistable latching circuitry to hold data, while dynamic memory (DRAM) stores data in capacitors that need to be refreshed periodically to maintain the stored information.