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Question 5 • Language Arts 9

A central idea in The Code Book is the concern that much of the world’s information is not secure. Which lines from the passage best support this central idea? Choose three correct answers.

Answer
A
it could be that the laws of mathematics forbid the existence of a significant shortcut
B
Only a small fraction of the information flowing around the world is securely encrypted
C
companies are already supplying shielding material that can be used to line the walls of a room
D
few of these people take adequate precautions in terms of privacy
E
law enforcers and anybody else with a curious mind can get their hands on more information

Explanation

B directly states that only a small fraction of information moving around the world is securely encrypted. D supports the concern by saying that few people take enough precautions to protect their privacy. E adds that law enforcers and curious people can obtain more information, reinforcing the idea that much information is not secure.

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