Unit 4: Identity Theft

Question 1 of 10

1. Question

The crime of obtaining the personal or financial information of another person for the sole purpose of assuming that person’s name or identity in order to make transactions or purchases is called ___________________________.

Question 2 of 10

2. Question

The following is a list suggested by Dr. Rizk as information that identity thieves are trying to acquire. Identify the one type of information that does not belong.

A. Full legal name
B. Birthdate
C. Mother’s Maiden Name
D. Car model and color.

Question 3 of 10

3. Question

Social Media accounts do not need strong passwords because identity thieves cannot use any information from these websites.

A. True
B. False

Question 4 of 10

4. Question

Identity thieves are clever in how they access information. Give one example of a simple method and one example of a complex method that identity thieves use to acquire information.

Question 5 of 10

5. Question

Match the following terms.

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Sending unsolicited e-mails to multiple mailing lists; similar to Phishing.
Using a magnetic card reader to steal a card number while you use an ATM or payment keypad in a store.
Someone else accessing your computer from a remote location while you are using it.
Creating a replica of a legitimate web page, usually in conjunction with Pharming.
Posing as a legitimate business and sending emails or pop-up messages asking for personal information.
Redirecting Internet searches or links through technical means to bogus websites.

Spamming
Skimming
Hacking
Spoofing
Phishing
Pharming

Question 6 of 10

6. Question

Pick the four best options for constructing a plan to protect personal investments and reduce risk.

A. Be aware of your surroundings
B. Keep all necessary items in wallets/purses at all times
C. Delete banking and bill payment apps that have direct access to checking accounts
D. Shred bills
E. Opt out of paperless billing options
F. Create a unique entry password to gain accesses to your phone
G. Always respond to phone call requests for banking information

Question 7 of 10

7. Question

Which of the following constructed list provides options to reduce online identity theft.

A. Seldom monitor your bank account funds, settings, and profile (address & phone number).
B. Don’t give out personal information to unknown people or companies.
C. Use passwords and PINs that can be easily guessed and remembered.
D. Use anti-virus software on your computer.
E. Always respond to information requests from companies that look legitimate in appearance.

Question 8 of 10

8. Question

What is an indication of identity theft?

A. Misplaced wallet
B. Unknown financial transaction
C. Stolen passport
D. Lost social security card

Question 9 of 10

9. Question

Financial Institutions have software that can detect every instance of identity theft.

A. True
B. False

Question 10 of 10

10. Question

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) suggests three steps need to be taken (listed below) to best retrieve your identity. Place them in order.

Contact the fraud department of the three major credit bureaus
Contact your local police department
Contact the financial institution in question

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Unit 4: Identity Theft

Justice August 20, 2017