Free ACFE CFE-Investigation Exam Practice Questions & Explanations

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Question 1

Tyson, a fraud examiner, is planning an interview with Brianna. the girlfriend of the central suspect in Tyson's investigation. Previous interviews with others have revealed that Brianna tends to be very protective of her boyfriend How should Tyson approach the interview with Brianna?

Answer Options
Correct Answer: B
Explanation

According to the CFE Prep - Investigations study guide:

''It is recommended that any witnesses who are considered potentially volatile be interviewed without advance notice. Surprise should be employed in any interview that is considered potentially volatile. In many instances, the potentially volatile respondent is unaware that he is going to be questioned, and will therefore be unprepared. If the interview is not conducted by surprise, the interviewer runs the risk of the respondent not showing up, showing up with a witness, or being present with counsel. A target's friends, relatives, and romantic interests often make for a difficult interview. They perceive that the fraud examiner is deliberately targeting someone close to them.''

Interpretation for this scenario:

Brianna is described as very protective of her boyfriend, making her a potentially volatile witness.

Best practice is to avoid giving her advance notice (which might increase hostility, resentment, or allow preparation).

Conducting the interview with little or no notice reduces the risk of interference, ensures she is unprepared, and prevents her from appearing with legal counsel or allies.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about the process of obtaining a verbal confession is NOT true?

Answer Options
Correct Answer: B
Explanation

The manuals explain that in verbal confessions, subjects often underestimate the amounts to minimize guilt, not overestimate. The process involves moving from accusation to benchmark admission, handling lies tactfully, and obtaining details by chronology, transaction, or event. Thus, option B is NOT true.

Question 3

An investigator is preparing to administer what is likely to be an intense and extended interview with a fraud suspect. To organize their thoughts prior to the interview, the fraud examiner should:

Answer Options
Correct Answer: B
Explanation

The Fraud Examiners Manual explains that rather than drafting an exhaustive list of questions, the interviewer should:

''formulate a brief outline of key points to discuss during the interview''.

This helps organize thoughts while allowing flexibility.

Question 4

Which of the following situations would probably NOT require access to nonpublic records to develop evidence?

Answer Options
Correct Answer: C
Explanation

Nonpublic records include banking, tax, credit, phone, credit card, and health care records.

Business entity organisational filings (corporate constitutions, articles of incorporation) are generally public records and can be obtained from the government.

Therefore, reviewing a company's business filings does not require access to nonpublic records.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a best practice for preserving the confidentiality of a fraud investigation?

Answer Options
Correct Answer: C
Explanation

The Fraud Examiners Manual stresses confidentiality:

''To preserve confidentiality, investigators should avoid transmitting confidential information by email or other electronic means whenever possible, as these are susceptible to interception or unauthorized access.''

Suspending employees or blanket bans on discussion are not best practices. Confidentiality is preserved primarily by secure communication and controlled access to information.