"Given a Hash Function H, with N Possible Outputs and a Specific

question 28

Multiple Choice

"Given a hash function H, with n possible outputs and a specific value H(x) , if H is applied to k random inputs, what must be the value of k so that the probability that at least one input y satisfies H(y) = H(x) is 0.5" is a reference to the __________ .

• A)authentication code
• B)collision resistant
• C)big endian
• D)birthday attack

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Definitions:

Ion

An atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

Antagonist

An opposing force, molecule, or character that interacts in a way to inhibit or counteract an action.

Action Potential

A temporary reversal of electrical polarization of the membrane of a nerve cell or muscle cell, allowing for the transmission of signals.

Radioactive Tracer

A substance containing a radioisotope used to track or trace chemical reactions or biological processes by detecting the radiation it emits.