Health Safety and Security at Workplace

Correct answer: A. Check before sharing

Information that sounds believable can still be incomplete, altered, or false. Before sharing, the student should identify the source, check the date and context, compare it with reliable information, and avoid forwarding it if it cannot be confirmed. This reduces misinformation and unnecessary fear. Forwarding unread content, exposing a password, or frightening people is not responsible digital behaviour.

Correct answer: A. Check proper permission and security

A network file may be accessible to many users, so the owner should check who is allowed to view, edit, download, or reshare it. Sensitive information should not be made public, and passwords must remain private. Using the least necessary permission reduces accidental disclosure while still allowing legitimate collaboration. Turning off the network is not a practical requirement for every file share.

Correct answer: A. Personal information may be at risk

A fake wireless network name may imitate a trusted school, café, or public hotspot. If a user connects and enters passwords or sends data, an attacker may be able to observe or misuse that information, depending on the network and protections in use. Users should verify the network name, prefer trusted connections, and avoid sensitive activity on unknown networks. The other effects are unrelated.

Correct answer: A. Run a security scan

Sudden slowness and unfamiliar warnings can have several causes, including unwanted software, unsafe downloads, or system problems. A security scan is a sensible first step because it can look for malware; the user should also avoid suspicious links and seek trusted technical help if needed. Opening every link increases risk, sharing passwords exposes accounts, and deleting all files may destroy useful evidence or work.

Correct answer: A. Open work or system may be affected

A sudden power cut can discard unsaved work because applications do not get time to save data and close properly. It may also interrupt system operations and, in some cases, contribute to file-system problems. The safer practice is to save work and use the operating system’s Shut Down command, except in an emergency when normal control is unavailable. The other choices are unrelated.

Correct answer: A. Using digital tools safely, correctly, and respectfully

Responsible ICT use combines technical care with ethical behaviour. It includes protecting accounts, checking information before sharing, respecting privacy and copyright, communicating politely, and using devices for an appropriate purpose. Playing games alone is not a definition, forwarding unchecked information can spread harm, and sharing passwords weakens security. Therefore A gives the complete meaning.

Correct answer: C. Do not send password and verify the source

An unexpected request for a password may be a phishing attempt. The student should not reply with credentials or open a suspicious link; instead, the sender and website should be checked through an official, independently known channel. Passwords are private and should not be shared. Forwarding the message can expose others, so C is the safest responsible action.

Correct answer: B. Blind carbon copy

Blind carbon copy, or BCC, allows the sender to include recipients without displaying their addresses to the other recipients. This is useful when people do not need to know one another’s email addresses and helps reduce unnecessary exposure of personal information. The Subject describes the message, an attachment carries a file, and Print produces a paper copy; none provides this privacy function.

Correct answer: A. Privacy may be violated

A photograph can identify a person and may reveal personal information, location, or context. Posting it without permission removes the person’s control over how the image is shared and may cause embarrassment, misuse, or other privacy concerns. A responsible user should seek consent and consider the audience before posting. The other options have no logical connection with photo sharing.

Correct answer: A. Verify before sharing

A frightening message may be false, misleading, or deliberately designed to create panic. When its source is unclear, first check the information through reliable sources and do not forward it immediately. Verification helps separate fact from rumour and prevents unnecessary fear or harm. The other options encourage unsafe or dishonest behaviour.

Correct answer: A. Harmful or fake software may enter

An unknown website may distribute fake, modified, or malicious software. Installing such a program can introduce malware, steal information, damage files, or weaken the computer. Software should be obtained from a trusted official source and checked before installation. The other choices describe unrelated and unrealistic effects of downloading software.

Correct answer: A. It may have difficulty identifying new threats

Malware and other digital threats keep changing, so antivirus programs need regular updates containing newer detection information. An outdated antivirus may fail to recognise recently created threats, even though it may still detect some older ones. Updating improves protection; it cannot repair a chair, wet paper, or change a mouse colour.

Correct answer: A. Run a security scan

A sudden slowdown together with repeated unwanted messages can indicate unwanted software, malware, or unsafe browser extensions, although it is not proof by itself. Running an updated security scan is a sensible first step. Suspicious messages should not be clicked, passwords must remain private, and deleting every file could cause needless data loss.

Correct answer: A. Other accounts are less affected if one account has a problem

If the same password is reused and one service is breached, criminals may try that password on other accounts. Different strong passwords limit the damage to the affected account and reduce account takeover risk. A password manager can help remember unique passwords. The other options are unrelated effects and are not security benefits.

Correct answer: A. Avoid sensitive work

Public Wi-Fi may be poorly protected, impersonated, or monitored by an attacker. Avoid banking, payments, and other sensitive account activity on it when possible; use a trusted network or secure mobile connection instead. Never share passwords, open every link, or leave an account signed in on a public device. These actions increase risk.

Correct answer: A. To avoid fake or unsafe networks

In a public place, an attacker may create a network with a name similar to the genuine one. Connecting to the wrong network can expose browsing activity or invite other attacks. Confirm the name with the venue, use protected networks, and avoid sensitive work on unknown Wi-Fi. Printer colour, paper cutting, and sound are unrelated.

Correct answer: A. Use strong password and verification

Cloud files are protected largely through the account used to access them. A long, unique password and an additional verification method reduce the chance that another person can enter the account. Users should also review sharing permissions and avoid suspicious links. Giving away an account, choosing an easy password, or opening unknown links weakens protection.

Correct answer: A. Because safe, responsible, and effective use is also necessary

ICT skills include more than pressing buttons or operating hardware. A capable user must find and judge information, communicate respectfully, protect accounts and data, respect privacy and copyright, and use tools effectively for a purpose. Devices are useful and information matters; the incorrect choices deny the basic value of ICT rather than describe the full skill.

Correct answer: A. The information may be wrong or incomplete

Search results are ranked for many reasons and the first result is not automatically accurate, complete, current, or suitable for the question. A careful student checks the author or organisation, date, evidence, purpose, and agreement with other trustworthy sources. Copying without checking can reproduce errors or bias. The other options are unrelated consequences.

Correct answer: A. A lock sign may show connection security, but content truth must be checked separately

A lock icon generally indicates that the browser has an encrypted connection to the stated website, helping protect data while it travels. It does not prove that the website is legitimate, that its owner is trustworthy, or that its claims are true. Check the address, organisation, content, and request before acting. The other options misunderstand the icon.

Correct answer: A. Check the source and address

A shortened URL hides the full destination, so it may conceal a phishing page, malware download, or an unrelated website. Treat an unexpected shortened link as suspicious: confirm the sender and purpose, preview or expand it safely when possible, or visit the organisation through a known official address instead. Never enter a password immediately or forward the link blindly.

Correct answer: A. When recipient addresses should be hidden from others

BCC places recipients in a field whose addresses are hidden from the other recipients. It is useful for a group announcement when people do not need to see one another’s email addresses, helping protect privacy and reducing unwanted reply-all messages. BCC does not make a message empty, delete files, or print a document. Use it responsibly and include a clear subject.

Correct answer: A. Choose the correct recipient option while replying

Before sending a reply, inspect the To, Cc, and Bcc fields. Reply sends the message to the sender, while Reply All may include everyone copied on the original message. Choosing the wrong command can disclose a private response or create unnecessary messages. Passwords and file deletion do not control the recipient list, so option A is the safe practice.

Correct answer: A. Privacy may be at risk

Class chat may be visible to many participants and could be saved, copied, or captured in a screenshot. Posting a phone number, password, address, or other private detail may therefore expose the student to unwanted contact or misuse. Share only information necessary for the lesson and use an approved private channel when appropriate. The other effects are unrelated.

Correct answer: A. It can spread misinformation

Forwarding an unsupported frightening message gives it a wider audience before anyone knows whether it is true. This can create panic, damage someone’s reputation, encourage unsafe actions, or waste emergency attention. Pause, check the claim and source through reliable channels, and share only verified information. Forwarding cannot strengthen passwords or save files and will not always help.