The Text Describes a Number of Measures That Are Being

question 3

Multiple Choice

The text describes a number of measures that are being developed in order to solve security problems associated with online credit card purchases. Which of the following statements is not one of those measures?

• A) Encryption of data passing between the customer and the merchant
• B) Encryption of data passing between the customer and the company authorizing the credit card transaction
• C) Delaying shipment of items purchased until the purchaser is authenticated
• D) Taking sensitive data offline

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Definitions:

Net Working Capital

This is a measure of a company's liquidity, calculated as the difference between its current assets and current liabilities.

Current Assets

Assets that are expected to be converted into cash, sold, or used up within one year or within the normal operating cycle of the business, whichever is longer.

Current Liabilities

A company's debts or obligations that are due within one year.

Quick Ratio

A measure of a company's ability to meet its short-term liabilities with its most liquid assets, providing insights into financial health.