Visa Card Security Features
VISA Card Security Features
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The 16 digit number printed on the front of a VISA card is the VISA account number. All VISA account numbers begin with the number:
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
4
- D.
3
Correct Answer
C. 4Explanation
All VISA account numbers begin with the number 4. This is a known fact and is part of the VISA card numbering scheme. The first digit of a VISA account number is always 4, followed by 15 more digits that uniquely identify the cardholder's account. This numbering pattern helps identify the card as a VISA card and distinguishes it from other types of credit or debit cards.Rate this question:
-
- 2.
The 4 digit number printed above or below the embossed account number and must match the first 4 number of the embossed account number is the:
- A.
Pre- Printed BIN
- B.
CVV2
- C.
Both A&B
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Pre- Printed BINExplanation
The 4 digit number printed above or below the embossed account number refers to the Pre-Printed BIN. The Pre-Printed BIN is a unique identifier for the bank or financial institution that issued the card. It helps in identifying the card issuer and is used for various purposes, such as routing transactions and preventing fraud. The fact that it must match the first 4 numbers of the embossed account number further confirms that it is the correct answer.Rate this question:
-
- 3.
Which of the following features are present on the front side of a VISA card? (More than one possible answer)
- A.
Account number
- B.
Pre printed BIN
- C.
Microborder
- D.
CVV2
- E.
3D Hologram
Correct Answer(s)
A. Account number
B. Pre printed BIN
C. Microborder
E. 3D HologramExplanation
The front side of a VISA card typically includes the account number, pre-printed BIN (Bank Identification Number), microborder, and a 3D hologram. These features are commonly found on the front side of VISA cards for identification and security purposes.Rate this question:
-
- 4.
Which of the following features are present on the back side of a VISA card? (More than one possible answer)
- A.
Magnetic Stripe
- B.
Account number
- C.
Pre printed BIN
- D.
CVV2
- E.
Signature Panel
Correct Answer(s)
A. Magnetic Stripe
D. CVV2
E. Signature PanelExplanation
The features that are present on the back side of a VISA card are the Magnetic Stripe, CVV2, and Signature Panel. The Magnetic Stripe is used for swiping the card in card readers, the CVV2 is a three-digit security code used for online transactions, and the Signature Panel is where the cardholder signs their name as a form of verification.Rate this question:
-
- 5.
The 16 digit account number indent printed in reverse italics on the signature panel is followed by a 3 digit card verification value called:
- A.
Pre printed BIN
- B.
CVV2
- C.
Both A&B
- D.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
B. CVV2Explanation
The 16 digit account number indent printed in reverse italics on the signature panel is followed by a 3 digit card verification value called CVV2. This value is used as an additional security measure to verify that the person making the transaction is in possession of the physical card. The CVV2 is typically located on the back of the card, next to the signature panel, and is not pre printed on the card or associated with the BIN (Bank Identification Number).Rate this question:
-
- 6.
A VISA card is considered genuine if:
- A.
The image of the Visa dove is 3-dimensional and appears to move when the card is tilted in the light.
- B.
Visa cards has a stylized “V” embossed on the line next to the valid dates.
- C.
The magnetic stripe is encoded with embossed information and CVV.
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because all three statements mentioned in the options are true. A genuine VISA card will have a 3-dimensional image of the Visa dove that appears to move when the card is tilted in the light. It will also have a stylized "V" embossed on the line next to the valid dates. Additionally, the magnetic stripe of a genuine VISA card will be encoded with embossed information and CVV. Therefore, all three statements are valid criteria for determining the genuineness of a VISA card.Rate this question:
-
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Mar 21, 2023Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
Mar 22, 2009Quiz Created by
Noorak
- Binary Code Quizzes
- Computer Concept Quizzes
- Computer Essential Quizzes
- Computer Forensics Quizzes
- Computer Hardware Quizzes
- Computer Networking Quizzes
- Computer Parts Quizzes
- Computer Programming Quizzes
- Computer Science Quizzes
- Computer Shortcut Key Quizzes
- Computer Skills Quizzes
- Computer Virus Quizzes
- Data Quizzes
- Data Security Quizzes
- Hacking Quizzes
- HCI Quizzes
- Malware Quizzes
- Microprocessor Quizzes
- Network Quizzes
- Operating System Quizzes
- Phishing Quizzes
- Programming Language Quizzes
- Software Quizzes
Back to top