The "Inside Story" Referenced the Actions of Hewlett-Packard and Its

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Multiple Choice

The "Inside Story" referenced the actions of Hewlett-Packard and its corporate spying activities.What is the investigative technique called "pretexting"?

• A) A practice whereby a person pretends to be someone else, typically over the telephone, in order to obtain information.
• B) A practice whereby a person pretends to be someone else, typically through a personal visit, in order to obtain information.
• C) A practice whereby a person induces someone, often an elderly person, to sign a contract purchasing unneeded services.
• D) A practice whereby a person induces someone, often an elderly person, to sign a contract purchasing unneeded goods.