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1.
How many states have laws against identity theft?
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All of them. Though the laws differ in how much they cover, all states now have laws.
2.
The only known danger of medical identity theft is having large medical bills charged to you.
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False. There are other dangers; for example, a thief could put false information on your medical record, which could be life-threatening.
3.
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.
4.
If someone sends you an email claiming to be from a certain organization, it may or may not be legitimate. If it is not legitimate, then it is _______.
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Phishing. Phishing is impersonating an organization in email, over the phone, or via text to persuade you to give out your personal information.
5.
Posting your birth date online is harmless.
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False. Thieves can sometimes use birth dates in conjunction with names to commit fraud against you.