What Is the Act of Trying to Get People to Give

question 15

Multiple Choice

What is the act of trying to get people to give their user names,passwords,or other security information by pretending to be someone else electronically called?

• A) Phishing
• B) Dumpster diving
• C) Phunting
• D) Compliance

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Definitions:

External Financing

Funds a business obtains from outside the company, including loans, equity investments, and other financial instruments.

After-Tax Cost

The net cost of an expense or investment after the effects of taxes have been accounted for.

Net Present Value

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Initial Cash Outlay

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