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Basics Beginner: Introduction to Identity Theft

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1.
It is a federal felony to use another person's identity to commit an unlawful act.
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True. The Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act was established by Congress in 1998 to address this.
2.
Thieves can steal your Social Security number in order to _______.
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All of the above. Because your Social Security number is used in so many places, it is the most useful piece of information to a thief.
3.
When shopping online, it is a good idea to make sure there is a _______ at the bottom of the Webpage.
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Padlock icon. The padlock icon is a sign of extra security.
4.
If someone is looking over your shoulder at an ATM, what might he or she be hoping to see?
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Either your PIN number or your credit card number. A thief might be looking for either of those, or maybe both.
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Your credit record can affect your ability to get a job.
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True. Some employers check your credit record as part of their background check on you.