Hacking and Cybertheft by China and Other Nations Are Especially

question 15

Multiple Choice

Hacking and cybertheft by China and other nations are especially concerning because:

• A) they are considered to be victimless crimes.
• B) the federal government does not have an effective way to safeguard customers' information.
• C) there are no effective ways to punish the offenders.
• D) the U.S. laws regarding cybertheft are unclear.

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