Computer Systems Are Particularly Vulnerable to Computer Fraud Because

question 43

Multiple Choice

Computer systems are particularly vulnerable to computer fraud because

• A)perpetrators can steal,destroy,or alter massive amount of data in very little time,often leaving little evidence.
• B)computer fraud can be much more difficult to detect than other types of fraud.
• C)computer programs need to be modified illegally only once for them to operate improperly for as long as they are in use.
• D)all of the above.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

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Cash Outlay

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