Which of the Following Is an Accurate Definition of Scareware

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate definition of scareware?

• A)It is a kind of anti-spam process which relies on the human desire to use malware.
• B)It is a kind of social engineering used to persuade people that a computer is infected when it is not.
• C)It is a type of software that prevents users from downloading malware by displaying warnings.
• D)It is software which provides a shield against spam and mirrors it back into the network.

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Definitions:

Industry

A sector of the economy that involves the production and manufacturing of goods or the provision of services.

Long Run

A period during which all factors of production and costs are variable, in contrast with the short run where some costs are fixed.

Short Run

A period in economics during which at least one input, such as plant and equipment, is fixed, focusing on immediate effects of economic decisions.

Marginal Revenue

The additional income generated from the sale of one more unit of a product or service.