Answers Introduction to Computer Science B – 4-232 Test: Laws and SecurityQuestion 1

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Test: Laws and Security

Question 1 • Introduction to Computer Science B – 4-232

Generating the keys in RSA encryption starts with two prime numbers, P and Q. What is N?

Answer

A

the difference of P and Q

B

the product of P and Q

C

the quotient of P and Q

D

the sum of P and Q

Explanation

In RSA, the modulus N is calculated by multiplying the two prime numbers: N = P × Q. Therefore, N is the product of P and Q.

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