Avoiding Online Scams

Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing email?

• The email uses a generic greeting such as "Dear Customer."

• The email is from a company you have done business with.

• The email does not contain any links.

• The email is correctly spelled and grammatically correct.

How can you verify the authenticity of a website?

• By checking if the site uses HTTPS in its URL.

• By looking for high-quality images on the site.

• By finding the website through a search engine.

• By checking if the site has a lot of advertisements.

Which of the following is NOT a common online scam tactic?

• Offering a free trial that requires your credit card information.

• Sending an email from a friend asking for money.

• Advertising products at a price that is too good to be true.

• Encouraging users to keep their personal information private.

What is the safest way to protect your personal information online?

• Use the same password for all accounts for easy recall.

• Share personal details only over the phone, not via email.

• Use strong, unique passwords for different accounts.

• Keep your social security number stored on your computer for easy access.

Which of the following payment methods is considered the most secure when shopping online?

• Bank wire transfer

• Mailing a check

• Credit card

• Cash on delivery

What should you do if you suspect an email is part of a phishing scam?

• Reply to the email asking for more information.

• Click on any links to verify their authenticity.

• Report the email to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your country's equivalent.

• Forward the email to your friends to see if they received it too.

Which of the following is a red flag that a website may be a scam?

• The website offers customer service support.

• The website's URL starts with "https://".

• The website has numerous spelling and grammatical errors.

• The website provides detailed product descriptions.

What is a secure way to create a password?

• Use a combination of your name and birthdate.

• Use a passphrase with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.

• Use a simple word that is easy to remember.

• Use the same password for all your accounts for consistency.

How can you recognize a secure payment gateway on an online shopping site?

• It redirects you to a well-known payment site like PayPal.

• It asks for your social security number for verification.

• It only accepts bank wire transfers.

• It does not provide any confirmation or receipt after payment.

What is a tell-tale sign of a scam email pretending to be from a bank?

• The email asks you to confirm personal information via a link.

• The email mentions the bank's official phone number.

• The email is sent during business hours.

• The email addresses you by your full name.