Ethics and Privacy Concerns Practice Test

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• What ethical dilemma is often encountered when researching vulnerable populations?
• Which of the following is a reason to use encryption for sensitive data?
• The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects which of the following rights?
• Which principle states that one should act in a way that promotes the greatest good for the greatest number?
• Which of the following is NOT a privacy protection technique?
• What does the term "surveillance capitalism" refer to?
• Which type of tracking gives companies insight into user behavior without actively collecting data?
• Why is ethics training important for researchers?
• How many basic principles of ethical conduct are there?
• Why is transparency critical in ethical research practices?
• What ethical concerns arise from using artificial intelligence in research?
• Which ethical approach focuses on the character and virtues of the decision-maker?
• What is the primary goal of the Belmont Report?
• When a decision maker considers what a highly moral person would do when faced with a particular question, which principle of ethical conduct is in play?
• What is the primary purpose of ethical guidelines in research?
• What is one of the roles of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)?
• Which of the following is a component of Internet privacy?
• What is the third step of a five-step ethical analysis?
• True or False: The Children's Internet Privacy Act of 2000 (CIPA) requires public schools to impose strict internet safety policies, including age verification on pornographic sites.
• What is a potential ethical issue linked to third-party data sharing?
• Which principle requires a manager to evaluate if a decision is fair for all employees involved?
• Why is cultural sensitivity important in research ethics?
• What are implicit biases, and how do they affect research outcomes?
• Which of the following items are considered intellectual property entitled to protection?
• True or False: An authorization box is typically used when agreeing to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy while downloading software.
• What are the ethical implications of de-identifying data?
• Can you explain the concept of "data minimization"?
• In the context of data privacy, what does "informed consent" mean?
• What is a key function of a keystroke logger?
• Which action can help improve your browser's privacy settings?
• What ethical principle is emphasized by the concept of nonmaleficence?
• How can bias in research studies be effectively reduced?
• What should you do after gathering all pertinent facts when conducting ethical analysis?
• How do ethics and legality differ in research?
• A portrait you paint can be protected under which form of intellectual property?
• What type of cookies remain stored on a device's hard drive even after a computer is restarted?
• Which statement is true regarding the protection of creative works?
• Informed consent is vital because it contributes to which aspect of participant involvement?
• What constitutes an "ethical lapse" in research?
• What does the term "data minimization" refer to in privacy practices?
• What is the primary purpose of data security measures in research?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding privacy rights?
• What is one of the main benefits of using a password manager?
• Why is it crucial to maintain the anonymity of research participants?
• What is the first step in the ethical analysis process?
• What is a potential risk of biased research findings?
• What is "over-surveillance" in the context of privacy concerns?
• What type of protection is NOT a form of intellectual property rights?
• Using cookies to track a person's browsing habits is known as what type of tracking?
• What do the U.N. General Assembly's resolutions on digital communication privacy emphasize?
• What is required for a patent to be granted regarding the invention's nature?
• What is a potential consequence of violating privacy rights?
• What is the primary purpose of a privacy policy?
• What does "voluntary participation" mean in research ethics?
• Which type of intellectual property can be protected by copyright?
• How does the principle of nonmaleficence apply to research ethics?
• Which of the following is a benefit of fee-based antivirus software?
• What are some fundamental rights protected under data privacy laws?
• What is NOT a necessary qualification to obtain a patent on an invention?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding computer ethics?
• Which step of ethical analysis aims to gain insights from other managers?
• What should researchers do to ensure ongoing ethical compliance?
• What role does consent play in ethical research?
• True or False: Employers can discourage the misuse of business computers through monitoring software and clear usage policies.
• A wi-fi tracker following a shopper's path within a store is an example of what kind of data collection?
• How can managers foster ethical decision-making within their organizations?
• When should victims of a data breach consider purchasing antivirus software?
• Which belief does ethical relativism encompass?
• When the government grants an inventor exclusive rights to their invention, what is this called?
• What type of currency do cyber criminals often demand as ransom payment due to its difficulty to trace?
• In research, what should be prioritized to ensure ethical obligations are met?
• Which statement about copyright protection for original works of authorship is true?
• What is the role of antivirus software in relation to privacy protection?
• What is one ethical concern regarding the collection of personal data by companies?
• What is the definition of ethics in the context of moral philosophy?
• What is the primary role of ethics committees in research?
• When a manager thinks of someone they truly admire to guide their decisions, which principle are they following?
• What does the ethical principle of 'beneficence' emphasize in research?
• What principle is associated with the greatest good for the greatest number of people?
• Which activities are considered violations of computer ethics and are illegal?
• What is the purpose of ethical reporting in research findings?
• Which of the following is an essential aspect of ongoing informed consent?
• How can an organization demonstrate respect for customer data privacy?
• What is a fundamental principle in research ethics regarding participant treatment?
• What does VPN stand for in the context of internet safety?
• Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of consequential outcomes?
• Which ethical dimension relates to the influence of video games on childhood obesity?
• What Act requires all pornographic sites to have some form of age verification?
• Creative works such as music and literature are protected under which type of law?
• How can individuals protect their privacy online?
• What additional benefit does a password manager provide in terms of login procedures?
• The Children's Internet Protection Act of 2000 (CIPA) seeks to keep children off the Internet. Is this statement true or false?
• What constitutes a computer ethics violation that should be reported?
• What is the legal term for protection provided for original works of authorship?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between ethics and research credibility?
• What is an example of a violation of privacy rights?
• What does ethical conduct generally aim to promote among individuals?
• What is a "Data Protection Impact Assessment" (DPIA)?
• What does the ethical principle of autonomy emphasize in research?
• What is the role of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) in research ethics?
• Why is relying on weak passwords considered a security vulnerability?
• What are the two major categories of computer ethics violations?
• Which type of cookie is maintained until it is deleted or has a set expiration date?
• Which Act requires all government agencies to have a plan in place in the event of a cyberattack?
• Which of the following statements about insurance companies using big data is true?
• In a five-step ethical analysis, what is the first step?
• What does predicting the impact of a hurricane on a trucking route exemplify?
• In a five-step ethical decision-making process, what usually follows the listing of options?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cryptocurrency?
• How can ethical lapses in research be addressed?
• How is "negligence" defined in the context of confidentiality breaches?
• Which statement regarding credit monitoring is correct?
• How do privacy concerns affect personal data collection?
• What is a common consequence of a data breach for an organization?
• Define informed consent in the context of research ethics.
• Which of the following methods represent direct inquiry for data collection? More than one selection may be correct.
• What should researchers aim to achieve through ethical protocols?
• What is the main concern regarding excessive digital footprints?
• What is one way researchers can enhance the credibility of their studies?
• In research ethics, what is the significance of oversight from ethics committees?
• Which principle of ethical conduct emphasizes fairness in distributing rewards based on productivity?
• What role does parental control software play in ethics related to technology?
• What is a potential risk of purchasing third-party data for marketing?
• What are small text files created by websites that are stored on a user's computer called?
• Methodologies that handle large and complex data sets at high velocity are referred to as what?
• What does confidentiality in research protect?
• Which principle of ethical conduct is best described as similar to a cost-benefit analysis?
• What can the misuse of de-identified data lead to?
• Which approach is used to govern the sharing of personal data on the internet?
• Is the statement true or false? The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act protects various electronic communications.
• What are the implications of failing to obtain informed consent in research?
• What is an essential factor when considering data processing in research?
• How does ethics contribute to the public interest in research?
• In a five-step ethical analysis, what is the second step?
• Why might a credit institution use big data for their operations?
• Which Act aims to protect government information and assets from cyber threats?
• How have businesses reduced the likelihood of experiencing a data breach?
• What does ethical research require concerning participant harm?
• When you buy a list of high-income houses for marketing purposes, what is this process called?
• Which of the following principles provides guidance when making ethical decisions?
• What is the last step a manager should take when doing an ethical analysis?
• Which ethical principle emphasizes the need for fairness in research?
• What principle suggests a manager should choose the option that benefits the greatest number of people?
• How can June, an IT manager, make an ethical decision about a team member needing flexible hours without violating privacy?
• What is mandatory for public schools and libraries under the Children's Internet Privacy Act of 2000?
• What is the realm of data typically used in relational databases, characterized by structured formats?
• What ethical concern does "biometric data" raise?
• Which type of cookies are typically used to track users' information and behavior during online sessions?
• Employee handbooks often address ethical concerns regarding which of the following?
• What is the relationship between implicit biases and decision-making in research?
• What is meant by the term "data anonymization"?
• Which principle is concerned with avoiding harm to others in ethical decisions?
• A wi-fi tracker following a shopper's path within a store exemplifies which kind of data collection?
• What principle of ethical conduct involves fair allocation of rewards based on productivity?
• What does "privacy by design" entail?
• Which of the following is an example of direct inquiry?
• Which of the following best represents an ethical dilemma regarding privacy rights?
• What is one potential consequence of failing to follow ethical guidelines in research?
• What does the principle of "justice" require in research ethics?
• True or False: Direct inquiry, indirect tracking, and third-party data purchase are effective methods of predictive analytics.
• Why are ethical standards crucial in public health research?
• Which method can be employed to ensure digital content is not copied illegally?
• Which of the following could describe categories of intellectual property rights?
• What type of cookie is stored only in memory during a website visit?
• What is an important part of respecting participants in research?
• Is it true that the Digital Millennium Copyright Act protects email and VoIP communications by requiring a warrant to intercept messages?
• Which ethical principle emphasizes fairness in distribution of resources?
• Which of the following examples is eligible for copyright protection?
• What is a common method used to analyze large datasets in relation to customer needs?
• What does "digital footprint" refer to?
• Why is transparency important in data collection practices?
• Which of the following determines the interest rate you'll be charged when you want to borrow money?
• Which legislation primarily impacts online privacy policies in schools?
• What key aspect should be included in a comprehensive privacy policy?
• What is the fourth step in a five-step ethical analysis?
• Which ethical consideration is crucial in longitudinal studies?
• True or False: The disciplinary dimension of ethical dilemmas refers to how individuals can be held accountable for violations of intellectual property rights.
• What is a common ethical issue related to social media research?
• ________ software allows managers to take control of an employee's computer remotely and record the computer's mouse and keyboard entries.
• What category do music files and video games fall into legally?
• What does third-party data sharing entail?
• What term describes cookies that remain on the hard drive even after the web browser is closed?
• What is a common outcome of ethical research practices?
• What ethical concern is highlighted by surveillance capitalism?
• What is an important consideration before publishing research findings?
• Which of the following is part of the final step in an ethical analysis?
• What constitutes a data breach?
• What is one significant impact of GDPR on research involving personal data?
• Why should researchers address potential changes in participants’ circumstances?
• What are the raw facts that describe the characteristics of an event, object, or set of information called?
• Which of the following is an effective method of encouraging ethical computer use in the workplace?
• Which statement about big data is true?
• In the context of moral guidance, who or what provides the reasons for acting morally?
• Which aspect of research is directly affected by over-surveillance?
• True or False: A trademark is a form of protection for original works of literature.
• What is a key element of post-study responsibilities in ethical research?
• Why is participant confidentiality crucial in research?