ACFE Exam CFE-Investigation Topic 3 Question 91 Discussion

Actual exam question for ACFE's CFE-Investigation exam

Question #: 91
Topic #: 3

Caroline, a fraud examiner, is conducting an admission-seeking interview with John, an employee suspected of stealing cash. Which of the following is the MOST effective phrasing for Caroline to use when posing an admission-seeking question to John?

A'Why did you take the money?'

B'What do you know about the stolen money?'

C'Do you know who took the money'''

D'Did you steal the money?'

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Suggested Answer: D

by Marshall at Jul 06, 2024, 05:00 AM

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Emily

4 months ago

Option D is the way to go. Although, I have to say, if I were John, I'd be tempted to respond with 'Did I what?' Just to see the look on Caroline's face.

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Hyun

4 months ago

I don't know, man. Shouldn't Caroline just ask John to 'fess up and return the money already? The suspense is killing me!

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Serina

4 months ago

Option D all the way! Straight to the point and leaves no room for John to wriggle out of it. Gotta love a classic 'yes or no' question.

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Ben

3 months ago

No, I did not steal the money.

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Shawana

4 months ago

John, did you steal the money?

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Amie

4 months ago

I'd go with option B. 'What do you know about the stolen money?' allows you to gather more information without outright accusing John. Subtlety is key in these situations.

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5 months ago

I think option D is too direct.

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