Question 1

The____________ has added some safeguards to internet access, but content on the internet is still hard to control.
A)Delaney Act
B)Computer Decency Act (CDA)
C)Eccles-Ward Act
D)Moore-Hadley Act

Accepted Answer

The Computer Decency Act (CDA) was designed to add safeguards to internet access, particularly in terms of controlling obscene or harmful content, but the vastness and dynamic nature of the internet makes it difficult to control all content effectively.

Question 2

The Federal Trade Commission receives complaints about auction fraud, and most center on sellers who
A)deliver something of higher value.
B)send to the wrong address.
C)do not deliver the goods as advertised.
D)deliver ahead of time.

Accepted Answer

The most common complaint about auction fraud to the Federal Trade Commission is that sellers do not deliver the goods as advertised, meaning the items received are not as described or are not received at all.

Question 3

The internet is a push medium.

Accepted Answer

The internet is primarily a pull medium, where users request information and then it is delivered to them, unlike traditional push mediums where information is delivered without a specific request from the user.

Question 4

Internet shoppers tend to be older than conventional in-store shoppers or mail catalog shoppers.

Accepted Answer

Internet shoppers are generally younger, as younger generations are more inclined to use digital platforms for shopping due to their familiarity and comfort with technology.

Question 5

____________refers to using peopleʹs unique physical traits, such as fingerprints, to verify identity.
A)Biometrics
B)Polygraph
C)Characteristic analysis
D)Biofeedback

Accepted Answer

Biometrics is the technology and science of analyzing physical or behavioral characteristics specific to each individual, such as fingerprints, in order to authenticate their identity.

Question 6

When it comes to actual purchase, older internet-savvy shoppers were more likely to purchase online than younger shoppers.

Accepted Answer

Older internet-savvy shoppers were more likely to purchase online than younger shoppers.

Question 7

The ____________refers to how the internet is not accessible equally by all.
A)Digital Divide
B)Internet Handicap
C)Globalization
D)Electronic Discrimination

Accepted Answer

The term "Digital Divide" refers to the gap between individuals, households, businesses, and geographic areas at different socio-economic levels with regard both to their opportunities to access information and communication technologies (ICTs) and to their use of the Internet for a wide variety of activities. This concept highlights the disparity in access to digital resources and internet connectivity among different groups of people.

Question 8

The younger the group, such as ages 18-34, the more likely they will use the internet over other forms of media.

Accepted Answer

Younger age groups, particularly those aged 18-34, are more likely to use the internet over other forms of media due to their familiarity and comfort with digital technology, as well as the internet's ability to offer a wide range of content and interactive experiences.

Question 9

Some of the main complaint(s)about online shopping include
A)product return policies.
B)slow or poor customer service.
C)quality of merchandise.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are common complaints about online shopping, including issues with product return policies, slow or poor customer service, and the quality of merchandise.

Question 10

____________are intelligent agent programs that scan the internet and compile the buying information they are asked to locate in a format convenient to users.
A)Browsing assistants
B)Lurkers
C)Shopbots
D)Crawlers

Accepted Answer

Shopbots are designed specifically to assist users in finding products and comparing prices online, making shopping more efficient.

Question 11

Identity Theft refers to someone using your name or personal information without your permission.

Accepted Answer

Identity Theft occurs when someone uses another individual's personal information, such as their name, Social Security number, or credit card number, without their permission, typically to commit fraud or other crimes.

Question 12

Example(s)of search engines are
A)Yahoo.
B)AOL.
C)Google.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All the options listed, Yahoo, AOL, and Google, are examples of search engines.

Question 13

____________is an attempt to control: it is the act, process, or policy of control.
A)Litigation
B)Domination
C)Censorship
D)Capitalism

Accepted Answer

Censorship is the act, process, or policy of controlling information or ideas, often by suppressing or restricting access to them.

Question 14

Research indicates that the use of the internet differs by educational level.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that individuals with higher educational levels tend to use the internet in more diverse and complex ways, including for information seeking, educational purposes, and professional development, compared to those with lower educational levels who might use it more for entertainment and social networking.

Question 15

The consumer-in-control movement means consumers have more say about products and services.

Accepted Answer

The consumer-in-control movement refers to the trend where consumers have more influence and control over the products and services they use, often through feedback, customization options, and social media engagement, leading to more consumer-centric business practices.

Question 16

The most famous online auction site is iTunes.

Accepted Answer

The most famous online auction site is eBay, not iTunes. iTunes is known for digital media sales, not auctions.

Question 17

Privacy-related regulations include the following
A)Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.
B)Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
C)Fair Credit Reporting Act.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the choices listed, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and Fair Credit Reporting Act, include provisions related to privacy and the protection of personal information, making D) all of the above the correct answer.

Question 18

The ____________regulate(s)childrenʹs TV programming to make sure that children are not deceived by advertising.
A)Health and Safety Commission
B)Department of Commerce
C)Federal Communications Commission
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates children's TV programming, including ensuring that advertising directed at children is not deceptive.

Question 19

The most famous online auction website is
A)Pricewatch.
B)Google.
C)E-shop.
D)eBay.

Accepted Answer

eBay is the most famous online auction website, known globally for its vast marketplace where users can buy and sell items in an auction format.

Question 20

Beware of online____________ testimonials that are put there by the seller themselves or by friends of the seller.
A)Branded
B)Mechanical
C)Flood
D)Schill

Accepted Answer

The correct term is "schill" testimonials, which refers to endorsements or reviews that are deceitfully planted by the seller or their associates to mislead potential buyers into thinking the product or service is more reputable or desirable than it actually is.

Quiz 11: The Internet and Identity Theft

The____________ has added some safeguards to internet access, but content on the internet is still hard to control.

The Federal Trade Commission receives complaints about auction fraud, and most center on sellers who

The internet is a push medium.

Internet shoppers tend to be older than conventional in-store shoppers or mail catalog shoppers.

____________refers to using peopleʹs unique physical traits, such as fingerprints, to verify identity.

When it comes to actual purchase, older internet-savvy shoppers were more likely to purchase online than younger shoppers.

The ____________refers to how the internet is not accessible equally by all.

The younger the group, such as ages 18-34, the more likely they will use the internet over other forms of media.

Some of the main complaint(s) about online shopping include

____________are intelligent agent programs that scan the internet and compile the buying information they are asked to locate in a format convenient to users.

Identity Theft refers to someone using your name or personal information without your permission.

Example(s) of search engines are

____________is an attempt to control: it is the act, process, or policy of control.

Research indicates that the use of the internet differs by educational level.

The consumer-in-control movement means consumers have more say about products and services.

The most famous online auction site is iTunes.

Privacy-related regulations include the following

The ____________regulate(s) childrenʹs TV programming to make sure that children are not deceived by advertising.

The most famous online auction website is

Beware of online____________ testimonials that are put there by the seller themselves or by friends of the seller.