________ temporarily store(s) data and program instructions during processing.

A) Input technologies
B) Primary storage
C) Secondary storage
D) The CPU

Primary Storage

The main storage area in a computing device, such as RAM, which is directly accessible by the CPU and stores data and applications currently in use.

Program Instructions

Sets of commands or algorithms that direct a computer or other programmable device to perform specific operations.

During Processing

Refers to tasks, actions, or operations that occur in the middle stage of a processing workflow or production cycle.