ACFE Exam CFE-Investigation Topic 1 Question 97 Discussion

Actual exam question for ACFE's CFE-Investigation exam

Question #: 97
Topic #: 1

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Which of the following should be done to prepare an organization for a formal fraud investigation?

AInform the subject that they are under investigation.

BIssue an organization-wide communication that notifies all employees about the investigation

CNotify all managers about the investigation, explaining why it is happening and who is involved.

DPrepare the managers of the employees who will be involved in the investigation

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Suggested Answer: B

by Leota at Sep 17, 2024, 01:26 PM

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Ivette

2 months ago

I heard the subject of the investigation tried to hide the evidence by flushing it down the toilet. Talk about a 'shady' situation!

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Dana

7 days ago

That's definitely shady behavior, trying to hide evidence like that.

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Nickie

9 days ago

C) Notify all managers about the investigation, explaining why it is happening and who is involved.

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Charlette

13 days ago

A) Inform the subject that they are under investigation.

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Barb

2 months ago

Hmm, I don't know, but I'm pretty sure option B is a bad idea. Announcing the investigation to all employees? That's like painting a target on the back of the culprit!

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Brandon

11 days ago

Yeah, keeping it quiet until necessary is key in a fraud investigation.

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Jarod

12 days ago

I think option D is the best choice, preparing the managers first.

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Yolande

27 days ago

I agree, option B could definitely tip off the culprit.

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Vilma

2 months ago

I'm leaning towards C. Notifying all managers and explaining the situation is a good way to keep everyone in the loop.

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Dahlia

2 months ago

Whoa, hold up! Informing the subject before the investigation? That's like telling the fox the password to the henhouse!

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Vernice

8 days ago

D) Prepare the managers of the employees who will be involved in the investigation

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Alethea

1 months ago

Whoa, hold up! Informing the subject before the investigation? That's like telling the fox the password to the henhouse!

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Denny

2 months ago

C) Notify all managers about the investigation, explaining why it is happening and who is involved.

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Delpha

2 months ago

C) Notify all managers about the investigation, explaining why it is happening and who is involved.

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Lon

2 months ago

A) Inform the subject that they are under investigation.

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Desmond

2 months ago

A) Inform the subject that they are under investigation.

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Natalie

2 months ago

I'm pretty sure the answer is D. Preparing the managers of the employees involved is crucial to ensure a smooth investigation process.

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Sanda

20 days ago

Definitely, keeping the managers in the loop will help maintain order during the investigation.

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Alease

22 days ago

It's crucial for the managers to know what's going on to avoid any disruptions in the investigation.

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Isabella

1 months ago

I agree, the managers need to be prepared to handle the situation properly.

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Darrin

2 months ago

I think D is the correct answer too. It's important to keep the managers informed.

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Zack

2 months ago

I'm not sure about option B. I think it might cause unnecessary panic among employees. Maybe it's better to keep it confidential until more information is available.

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Leatha

2 months ago

I agree with Elfrieda. Option D shows that the organization is taking the investigation seriously and is ready to handle any potential issues that may arise.

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Elfrieda

3 months ago

I think option D is the best choice. It's important to prepare the managers so they can support their employees during the investigation.

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