Which option correctly shows relation between hardware fault and software symptom?

Correct answer: Faulty RAM can show symptoms like app crashes

Direct answer: Option A is correct. Hardware means a physical computer part, while software means programs and instructions. A hardware fault can sometimes produce symptoms that look like a software problem, so the visible symptom alone is not enough to identify the cause. Step by step: RAM temporarily holds data and instructions; if RAM is defective, data may be corrupted or unavailable; the operating system or an application may then stop responding or close unexpectedly; therefore faulty RAM can cause app crashes. Option A is correct because it shows a real hardware-to-software symptom relationship. Option B is wrong because a broken mouse may prevent movement or clicking, but it does not always update a browser. Option C is wrong because a damaged monitor may show no picture or distorted images, not create passwords. Option D is wrong because a faulty printer can cause printing errors, but it does not make the CPU faster. Memory cue: a physical fault can imitate a program fault, so test both hardware and software.