____ Is a Symmetric Block Cipher Designed in 1993 by Bruce

question 18

Multiple Choice

____ is a symmetric block cipher designed in 1993 by Bruce Schneier as a fast, free alternative to existing encryption algorithms.

• A) IDEA
• B) AES
• C) RC5
• D) Blowfish

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Blood obtained from a capillary, a small blood vessel, often used for diagnostic tests due to the ease of access.

Upper Arm

The region of the arm between the elbow and the shoulder, containing muscles like the biceps and triceps.

Venipuncture

The process of puncturing a vein with a needle to draw blood or administer medication directly into the bloodstream.

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