Magnetic stripe cards are________, only containing data; smart cards are ________.
A) passive; active
B) physical; virtual
C) not secure; secure
D) new technology; old technology

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Magnetic stripe cards are considered passive because they only store data and do not process information, whereas smart cards are active as they have an embedded microprocessor that can process data, making them capable of more complex interactions.

Magnetic Stripe Cards Are________, Only Containing Data; Smart Cards Are