CFS Fraud Prevention & Detection

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of fraud risk assessments in an organization?

Accepted Answer

To identify and evaluate potential fraud risks within the organization.

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To establish internal audit schedules.

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To calculate financial losses from past fraud.

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To hire external fraud investigators.

Question 2

Which of the following is a common red flag indicating potential employee fraud?

Accepted Answer

Unexplained significant lifestyle changes.

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Consistently arriving early to work.

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Asking for time off frequently.

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Volunteering for overtime work.

Question 3

What role does data analytics play in fraud detection?

Accepted Answer

It helps identify unusual patterns and transactions that may indicate fraud.

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It replaces the need for internal controls.

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It audits financial statements.

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It trains employees on fraud awareness.

Question 4

Which of the following is an effective internal control to prevent asset misappropriation?

Accepted Answer

Segregation of duties among employees.

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Increasing employee overtime.

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Allowing managers to approve their own expenses.

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Using manual record keeping.

Question 5

What is the best description of the 'fraud triangle'?

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A model illustrating pressure, opportunity, and rationalization behind fraud.

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A method to calculate fraud losses.

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An audit procedure.

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A legal framework for prosecuting fraud.

Question 6

Which technique is most effective in preventing fraudulent financial reporting?

Accepted Answer

Implementing strong corporate governance and oversight.

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Regular employee surveys.

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Reducing the frequency of audits.

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Allowing self-reporting of financial results.

Question 7

What is a common method used by fraudsters to conceal asset misappropriation?

Accepted Answer

Creating fictitious vendors or invoices.

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Recording fake sales to inflate revenue.

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Refusing to sign expense reports.

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Reporting extra hours worked.

Question 8

Which type of fraud involves manipulating financial statements to mislead stakeholders?

Accepted Answer

Financial statement fraud.

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Asset misappropriation.

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Corruption.

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Identity theft.

Question 9

Which of the following is a preventive measure against vendor fraud?

Accepted Answer

Vendor audits and verification.

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Approving all vendor payments without review.

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Allowing vendors to set payment terms.

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Using only paper checks for payments.