Understanding Social Engineering Quiz

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What is a key characteristic of agreeable individuals according to the text?

They are empathetic, friendly, and cooperative

Which principle of persuasion involves people valuing things more when they are perceived as rare or in high demand?

Scarcity

What aspect of a person's personality trait indicates the tendency to experience negative emotions like anxiety and depression?

Neuroticism

Which principle of persuasion refers to the tendency of people to look to others for guidance on how to behave?

<p>Social Proof</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of social engineering, how are personality traits of individuals connected to the principles of persuasion explained in the text?

<p>Personality traits are used to manipulate others through persuasion techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of social engineering in the context of sales?

<p>To gain the trust of potential customers through manipulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the five personality traits in the widely accepted 'Five Factor Model'?

<p>Neuroticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is social engineering used in the context of cybersecurity?

<p>To deceive individuals into providing sensitive unauthorized information</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between social engineering and the 'precision grip' used by politicians?

<p>The precision grip is a technique used in social engineering to gain the trust of people by assuring them of political promises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality trait in the Five Factor Model is associated with a person's level of sociability, assertiveness, and energy in social situations?

<p>Extraversion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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