Question 1

When documenting interviews, it is best practice for the interviewer to.

Options :

A : Covertly record all interviews with potential suspects.

B : Note impressions regarding the subject-s guilt or innocence.

C : Err on the side of taking too few notes rather than too many.

D : Write down verbatim all the information that the subject provides

Answer: C

Question 2

Sarah is conducting an admission-seeking interview of a suspect. Throughout the interview, the suspect makes little eye contact with Sarah. Based on this information atone, can Sarah conclude that the suspect is being deceptive?

Options :

A : Yes, because it is safe to assume that suspects who avoid eye contact are most likely being deceptive.

B : Yes, because avoiding eye contact is a sign of deceptive.

C : No, because this is not enough information to conclude that the suspect is being deceptive

D : No, because avoiding eye contact is not directly linked to deception.

Answer: C

Question 3

Which of the following is INCORRECT with regard to locating individuals using online records?

Options :

A : Before engaging in a search the fraud examine' should know the mod powerful and useful '>Des of searches

B : If an individual has moved, obtaining a past address is usually of no help

C : Online records are very useful in locating subjects whose whereabouts are unknown

D : Obtaining a past address of the subject should be the first step in trying to locate a subject using online records.

Answer: B

Question 4

When planning for the interview phase of an investigation, which of the following steps should NOT be taken by the fraud examiner?

Options :

A : Consider what the interview is intended to accomplish and state an objective.

B : Review the case file to ensure that important information has not been overlooked

C : Prepare a detailed list of questions to ask the subject during the interview.

D : Ensure that the interview is held in a venue where the subject will feel Uncomfortable

Answer: D

Question 5

Scarlett, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). is assigned to the internal audit department of the ABC Company. She is getting ready to conduct an interview with another company employee who might be involved in a fraud. Which of the following is the MOST APPROPRIATE introduction for Scarlett to use with the employee?

Options :

A : 'Hello, my name is Scarlett, and I'm with the ABC Company.'

B : 'Hello, my name is Scarlett. I'm an auditor with the ABC Company.'

C : 'Hello, my name is Scarlett. I'm a Certified Fraud Examiner and an auditor with the ABC Company.'

D : 'Hello, my name is Scarlett. I'm a Certified Fraud Examiner with the ABC Company.'

Answer: A

Free CFE-Investigation Mock Exam – Practice Online Confidently

Buying Options: