Question

a co-worker forgot her password to access the companys internal files. she asked to use your password until the it rep resets hers. due to a deadline she must gain access to the files. what should you do?
a) politely tell her no, you are not comfortable sharing your password.
b) share your password since she is a co-worker and on a tight deadline.
c) send an email to the it representative asking them to hurry up and reset her password.
d) report her to her supervisor for encouraging you to break security protocols.

Explanation:

In a workplace, sharing passwords (option B) violates security protocols. Reporting her (option D) is too harsh as she's just in a bind. Asking IT to hurry (option C) might not be necessary if the process is standard. Politely declining to share your password (option A) is appropriate as it upholds security while being respectful.

Answer:

A) Politely tell her no, you are not comfortable sharing your password.