Which of the following modes of identity theft involves thieves obtaining your personal information from financial institutions and other sources under false pretenses?
A) Dumpster diving
B) Skimming
C) Phishing
D) Pretexting
E) Old-fashioned stealing

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Pretexting involves thieves obtaining personal information from financial institutions and other sources under false pretenses, often by posing as someone else in order to gain access to confidential information.

Which of the Following Modes of Identity Theft Involves Thieves