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How many new passwords must be created before users' tendency to reuse old passwords is addressed?

a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4

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Final answer:

At least two new passwords must be created to address users' tendency to reuse old passwords.

Step-by-step explanation:

The answer to the question is b) 2. In order to address users' tendency to reuse old passwords, at least two new passwords must be created. This is because when users are prompted to change their password, they often choose a new one that is very similar or slightly modified from their old password. By forcing users to create two new passwords, they are more likely to come up with unique and unrelated passwords.

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