A fear-spreading message without a source asks to be forwarded immediately. What will a responsible student do?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Check source and facts
Urgency and fear can pressure people into sharing misinformation before thinking. A responsible student checks who created the message, whether the claim is supported by reliable sources, and whether the date and context are current. Until it is verified, the message should not be forwarded. Passwords should never be shared in response to such a message.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Check source and facts
Why is this the correct answer?
Urgency and fear can pressure people into sharing misinformation before thinking. A responsible student checks who created the message, whether the claim is supported by reliable sources, and whether the date and context are current. Until it is verified, the message should not be forwarded. Passwords should never be shared in response to such a message.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Information Technology question. Chapter: Maintain Healthy Safe and Secure Working Environment.
