SS.912.FL.7.10

Identify how responsible use of personal information can prevent identity theft.

Examples

Example: Given a scenario in which an individual’s personal information has been used fraudulently, explain the possible consequences that will follow in terms of loss of assets, wealth, and future opportunities.

Clarifications

Clarification 1: Instruction includes describing problems that can occur when an individual is a victim of identity theft.

Clarification 2: Instruction includes giving specific examples of how online transactions, online banking, email frauds, and telemarketing calls can make consumers vulnerable to identity theft.

Clarification 3: Instruction includes describing the conditions under which individuals should and should not disclose their Social Security number, account numbers, or other sensitive personal information.

General Information
Subject Area: Social Studies
Grade: 912
Strand: Financial Literacy
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.
2102300: Economics and Personal Finance (Specifically in versions: 2023 - 2024, 2024 and beyond (current))
2102305: Economics and Personal Finance Honors (Specifically in versions: 2023 - 2024, 2024 and beyond (current))
2102371: Personal Finance and Money Management (Specifically in versions: 2023 - 2024, 2024 and beyond (current))
2102373: Personal Finance and Money Management Honors (Specifically in versions: 2023 - 2024, 2024 and beyond (current))

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