The Basic Security in ____ Comes from the Fact It

question 19

Multiple Choice

The basic security in ____ comes from the fact it is relatively easy to multiply two huge prime numbers together to obtain their product, but it is computationally difficult to go the reverse direction.

• A) ElGamal
• B) DES
• C) IDEA
• D) RSA

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Definitions:

Significance

The importance or meaning of something, especially in terms of its effect or influence on particular situations or contexts.

Annual Returns

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Corporation

A legal entity that is separate from its owners, endowed with rights and responsibilities, and capable of conducting business.

Preferred Shareholders

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