A ____ runs Bitcoinsoftware that verifies (using a hash function) that the block chain has notbeen altered in any way since the previous transaction, and for this servicethe miner is rewarded with 25 new bitcoins.
A) dumpster diver
B) Groupon bot
C) virtual currency specialist
D) bitcoin miner

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A bitcoin miner is the only choice that accurately describes the role of a person who runs Bitcoin software to verify and secure the blockchain in exchange for new bitcoins. Dumpster diver and Groupon bot are irrelevant to the topic, while virtual currency specialist is too broad and does not specifically describe the role of a miner.

A ____ Runs Bitcoinsoftware That Verifies (Using a Hash Function)