Identity Theft: Protecting Your Safety Online – Quiz Identity Theft : Protecting Your Safety Online - Quiz This quiz is based on the article Identity Theft: Protecting Your Safety Online. It is simply meant to test your comprehension of what you have learned. If you are new to the area of identity theft, you should read the article first. 1 / 9 How can regular software updates help protect your identity online? They make your device look newer They ensure the device has the latest security patches They remove old files from the device They increase internet speed 2 / 9 Which of the following is NOT a reason someone might steal another person's identity? To commit financial fraud To file fraudulent tax returns To enhance their gaming experience To avoid detection by law enforcement 3 / 9 What is the purpose of enabling 2-factor authentication? To allow easier access to devices To require a password and another form of identification for accessing personal files To make the device run faster To display more advertisements 4 / 9 What is a recommended method to protect your identity online? Sharing passwords with friends for safekeeping Using strong, unique passwords Writing down passwords on a sticky note Ignoring software updates 5 / 9 Which of the following constitutes personal information that needs protection? Favorite movie genre Medical records and health insurance information The color of your car Vacation photos 6 / 9 What is a potential consequence of identity theft for the victim? Improved credit score Financial losses and damaged credit Increased social media followers Free online subscriptions 7 / 9 Why might someone commit tax fraud using stolen identities? To buy luxury goods online To file fraudulent tax returns and claim refunds or benefits To access social media accounts To evade traffic fines 8 / 9 What type of information is typically stolen in identity theft? Weather forecasts Social security numbers, and bank account details Online shopping preferences Publicly available addresses 9 / 9 Which of the following is an example of identity theft? Hacking into a government website Using another person's credit card information without permission Sending spam emails Creating a fake social media profile Your score isThe average score is 90% 0% Restart quiz
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