Identify and Describe Common IoT Safety Concerns. ITP-110 Practice Questions (Page 7)

Questions 31–35

1. 31foundation · easy

   Which IoT failure could interrupt logistics operations?

   • AA connected printer in an office runs out of ink.
   • BA smart light in a parking lot stays on during the day.
   • CA GPS tracker on a delivery truck fails, so the driver gets lost and the shipment is delayed.
   • DA smart speaker in a warehouse plays music too loudly.
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2. 32foundation · easy

   Which scenario best illustrates an IoT failure leading to physical harm or loss of life?

   • AA smart thermostat fails to connect to the internet, so the homeowner cannot adjust the temperature remotely.
   • BA smart speaker misinterprets a voice command and plays the wrong song.
   • CA connected insulin pump malfunctions and delivers an incorrect dose, causing the patient to experience severe hypoglycemia.
   • DA fitness tracker records fewer steps than the user actually walked.
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4. 33foundation · easy

   What is a risk associated with IoT-enabled diagnostic devices being hacked?

   • AThe device may require more frequent calibration.
   • BThe device may use more battery power than expected.
   • CThe device may have a smaller display than expected.
   • DThe device may display incorrect test results, leading to a misdiagnosis.
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5. 34application · medium

   A cyberattack targets a utility's IoT-enabled smart meters, sending a command to all meters to simultaneously draw maximum power from the grid. What is the most likely safety consequence?

   • AThe utility will lose revenue from the increased power consumption.
   • BThe sudden surge in demand could overload the grid, causing a mass power outage.
   • CThe smart meters will be permanently damaged by the high power draw.
   • DThe smart meters will display incorrect billing information to customers.
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6. 35application · medium

   A logistics company relies on IoT-enabled route optimization for its fleet of trucks. A cyberattack on the routing service sends all trucks to the same remote location, creating a massive traffic jam and blocking a critical highway. What is the most direct safety concern?

   • AThe trucks will run out of fuel while stuck in the traffic jam.
   • BThe trucks' GPS devices will be damaged by the malicious routing commands.
   • CEmergency vehicles may be delayed in reaching accidents or medical emergencies due to the blocked highway.
   • DThe company will lose revenue from the delayed deliveries.
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