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WorksheetsConsumer Skills
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 12mins
If a business or an individual asks for your Social Security number, it is recommended to ask how they plan to use it.
True
False
You should carry your Social Security card with you at all times.
True
False
A credit report can indicate someone opened a credit card or loan in your name, or is using one of your credit accounts without your permission.
True
False
When creating passwords and PINs, which information should you avoid?
Last 4 digits of Social Security number
Middle Name
Birthdate
All of these
What occurs when a thief watches someone use a laptop, ATM, or electronic device in public to get personal information?
Skimming
Phishing
Dumpster Diving
Shoulder Surfing
What is it called when a thief searches through dumpsters, trash cans, recycling bins, and trash heaps at a landfill to find personal information?
Skimming
Shoulder Surfing
Dumpster Diving
Phishing
What is the method involving a small device that reads the information stored in the card's magnetic strip or microchip?
Shoulder Surfing
Skimming
Dumpster Diving
Phishing
What can you do to protect your identity online? (Select all that apply.)
Use the same password for every account
Create a unique password with special characters
Be cautious of sharing personal info online
Only shop on unsecured sites
Which website can you report identity theft?
reportmyidentitytheft.com
getbackyouridentity.gov
annualcreditreport.com
identitytheft.gov
If a company sends an email asking for your account number, reply to the email quickly so the problem can be addressed immediately.
True
False
When you go on vacation, it is recommended to leave your mail in the mailbox.
True
False
Share your PIN with family and friends you can trust in case you forget it.
True
False
A padlock next to the URL is a sign that a website is secure.
True
False
When your bank calls, always give them your name, address, and bank account number over the phone because they’re your bank after all.
True
False
Don’t open files, click on links, or download files from people or companies you do not know.
True
False
Which is NOT a piece of advice you'd give someone to avoid being scammed?
Be careful about the personal details you share on social media.
Make your profile public so everyone can see it.
Don't click on suspicious links or come from unfamiliar email addresses.
Don't give out information online unless you trust the website.
It is ok to include personal information such as address or Social Security number in emails.
True
False
To prevent shoulder surfing, shield the keypad on the ATM when you enter your PIN.
True
False
Which of the following are signs of a scam?
They pretend to be an organization you know.
They pressure you to act immediately.
They do not ask you to share personal information.
They tell you to pay in a specific way.
If you are a victim of a scam, you can report it to the following authorities.
FTC
Local police office
State attorney general
All of the above
