Selected CFE- Fraud-Investigations-and-Legal-Issues Certified Fraud Examiner Questions Answers

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 4.

In the context of Securities Fraud, specifically relating to securities, IOSCO, the question asks about the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) is TRUE, TRUE, IOSCO.

The correct answer is B: IOSCO is comprised of commissioners and administrators responsible for regulating securities and administering securities laws in their countries..

This question tests knowledge of securities fraud and regulation. The correct answer accurately describes the role of regulatory bodies, securities laws, or fraud schemes in this context. Securities fraud is a specialized area requiring knowledge of specific regulations and oversight mechanisms.

The recommended questioning order is:

“As a general rule, questioning should proceed from the general to the specific; that is, it is best to seek general information before seeking details”.

This ensures the respondent provides a free narrative before narrowing down to specifics.

The correct answer is A. The primary purpose of expert testimony is to help the fact finder understand the evidence or determine a fact in issue by applying specialized knowledge. Federal Rule of Evidence 702 states that an expert may testify when the expert’s scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge will help the trier of fact understand the evidence or determine a fact in issue. That captures the classic role of an expert witness in fraud-related litigation.

Option B is incorrect because deciding the admissibility of evidence is generally a matter for the judge, not the expert witness. Option C is also incorrect because experts ordinarily are not called to opine on whether another witness is truthful; credibility determinations are for the fact finder. Option D is incorrect because experts generally do not decide or directly state whether the accused is guilty; that is the function of the judge or jury after considering all admissible evidence. In CFE practice, expert testimony is valuable because complex accounting records, financial analyses, loss calculations, and fraud patterns often require explanation beyond ordinary lay understanding. Therefore, the best statement of Levi’s primary purpose is that he will help the fact finder understand evidence through specialized knowledge, making A the correct answer.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 1.

In the context of Overview of the Legal System, specifically relating to civil, the question asks about BEST.

The correct answer is B: When litigation has started.

This question relates to the legal system framework. Understanding the distinction between different legal systems and processes is crucial for fraud examiners. The correct answer accurately describes the relationship between different legal entities and their jurisdictions.