A __________ Is Created by Using a Secure Hash Function

question 31

Multiple Choice

A __________ is created by using a secure hash function to generate a hash value for a message and then encrypting the hash code with a private key.

• A) digital signature
• B) keystream
• C) one way hash function
• D) secret key

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Definitions:

Long-Term

Refers to holding an asset for more than a year before disposal, affecting the calculation of capital gains and losses for tax purposes.

Short-Term Gain

A profit from the sale of an asset held for one year or less.

Investment Portfolio

An assortment of financial assets including stocks, bonds, commodities, cash, and equivalents, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Preferential Tax Treatment

Special tax rules that result in a lower tax rate or beneficial tax conditions for certain types of income or taxpayers.