A Fraudulent or Malicious Practice in Which Communication Is Sent

question 35

Multiple Choice

A fraudulent or malicious practice in which communication is sent from an unknown source disguised as a source known to the receiver is referred to as ______.

• A) spamming
• B) phishing
• C) spoofing
• D) vishing

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Definitions:

Federal Government

A system of government where powers and responsibilities are divided between a national government and smaller administrative divisions.

TIPS

Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) are a form of U.S. Treasury securities designed to help investors protect against inflation, as their principal value adjusts with the inflation rate.

Treasury Bonds

Long-term government bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury, typically with a maturity of 20 to 30 years and offering periodic interest payments.

Inflation Protection

Financial strategies or instruments designed to protect investors from the erosive effect of inflation on investments and purchasing power.