Identity Theft Protection Quiz

What recent event has increased the risk of identity theft for millions of people?

• A natural disaster

• A change in banking regulations

• A massive data breach

• A new government policy

Why is your social security number considered critical information?

• It is used to determine your tax bracket

• It is required for voting in elections

• It is a unique identifier for verifying your identity

• It is used to track your employment history

What is one of the most effective steps you can take to protect your credit after a data breach?

• Change your email provider

• Freeze your credit

• Switch banks

• Delete your social media accounts

What does credit monitoring do?

• Alerts you to suspicious activity on your credit report

• Increases your credit score

• Prevents identity theft

• Locks your credit report

What is a recommended tool for managing strong, unique passwords?

• A notebook

• A calendar app

• A spreadsheet

• A password manager

What is two-factor authentication?

• A way to merge two accounts

• A method to encrypt emails

• A security measure requiring two forms of identification

• A method to double your credit score

What should you do if you receive an unsolicited email asking for your social security number?

• Click on the link provided

• Ignore it

• Reply with your information

• Contact the company directly using a trusted number

What is a phishing scam?

• A scam involving fake charity donations

• A scam involving fake websites to steal information

• A scam involving fake lottery winnings

• A scam involving fake job offers

What is the benefit of using an authenticator app over SMS for two-factor authentication?

• It is faster

• It is cheaper

• It is more secure

• It is more convenient

What is the main takeaway from the video regarding identity theft?

• It only affects people with bad credit

• It is not a serious issue

• It can be ignored if you have insurance

• Staying informed and proactive is crucial