Exam Preparation

Exam Preparation Notes

General Instructions

  • There are 14 days until the exam, excluding weekends.
  • Prioritize attending your tests and AP meetings.
  • Make the best use of review sessions and catch up with classmates if you miss a session.
  • Focus on long answer questions.
  • The instructor will review the exam, provide the correct answers, and connect them to the relevant big ideas.

Question 1: Phishing Attack

  • Definition of Phishing: Similar to fishing, it involves using bait to trick someone. The goal is to trick you.
  • Malware: Malicious software loaded onto a computer to cause harm.
    • Example: A virus.
  • DDoS: (Distributed Denial of Service) Intentionally overloading a computer to cause a crash.
  • Why option A is incorrect: Phishing doesn't involve loading malicious software onto the computer directly.
  • Why option C is incorrect: Phishing doesn't necessarily involve gaining remote access.
  • Why option B is incorrect: Phishing relies on voluntary action from the user.
  • Correct Answer: Phishing involves tricking someone into providing information.
  • Key takeaway: All options may seem plausible, but only phishing requires user input to cause harm.

Question 2: Amusement Park Ride Eligibility

  • Eligibility Requirements:
    • Age: At least 12 years old (age12age \geq 12).
    • Height: Between 50 and 80 inches, inclusive (50height8050 \leq height \leq 80).
  • Important Note: Use scratch paper to write down the information given.
  • Why option B is incorrect: It implies the age could be less than 12.
  • Why option C is incorrect: Uses "or" instead of "and," meaning only one condition needs to be met.
  • Why option D is incorrect: Uses