CVA Documentation Review & Data Validation 3

Question 1

A verification agent is cross-referencing an applicant's education transcript. The graduation year on the transcript is two years later than stated on the application. What should the agent do?

Accepted Answer

Note the discrepancy, document both dates, and flag for adjudication

Answer

Discrepancies must be documented and flagged for adjudication; the agent does not independently resolve conflicting data.

Question 2

Which characteristic distinguishes a primary source from a secondary source in document verification?

Accepted Answer

Primary sources originate from the issuing authority; secondary sources are reproductions or summaries

Answer

A primary source is produced directly by the issuing authority, while a secondary source is a copy, summary, or derivative of the original.

Question 3

In data validation, a 'referential integrity check' ensures that:

Accepted Answer

A foreign key in one table corresponds to a valid record in the referenced table

Answer

Referential integrity confirms that linked records across tables or systems actually exist and are consistent.

Question 4

An applicant's Social Security Number fails an SSN Verification Service (SSNVS) check. What does this most commonly indicate?

Accepted Answer

The name or SSN does not match Social Security Administration records

Answer

SSNVS returns a mismatch when the submitted name and SSN combination does not correspond to SSA records.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'data normalization' in the context of record verification?

Accepted Answer

Standardizing data formats (e.g., date, phone, name) for consistent comparison

Answer

Normalization converts varied formats into a consistent standard so records can be accurately compared across sources.

(CVA) Certified Verification Agent Practice Test

(CVA) Certified Verification Agent Practice Test

CVA Documentation Review & Data Validation 3