Acams CKYCA Exam - Topic 1 Question 4 Discussion

Actual exam question for Acams's CKYCA exam

Question #: 4
Topic #: 1

A corporate client changes directors and the address of its registered office. Which documentation would be sufficient to verify these changes?

AGovernment-issued documents indicating the changes

BNotes from a phone call with client representatives who mention the changes

CPrintout of the client's website where the changes are announced

DSigned letter from the client's secretary describing the changes

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Suggested Answer: A

Government-issued documents, such as updated company registry extracts, provide authoritative and verifiable proof of changes to directors and registered office details, ensuring compliance with CDD requirements.

by Catherin at Oct 05, 2025, 03:23 AM

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Johnna

1 month ago

B) is just hearsay, not solid evidence.

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Ronny

1 month ago

C) might not be updated regularly.

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Eileen

1 month ago

A) covers all bases, no doubt.

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Carmela

2 months ago

D) could work if it's properly signed.

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Cheryl

2 months ago

I feel A) is the safest choice.

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Tammara

2 months ago

D) is good, but needs verification.

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Tran

3 months ago

C) could be outdated, not trustworthy.

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Olive

3 months ago

B) is too informal, not enough proof.

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Lavera

3 months ago

Surprised that a signed letter isn't the top choice!

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Glennis

3 months ago

Wait, B) phone call notes? That can't be reliable!

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Oliva

3 months ago

C) Printout from the website? That seems risky.

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Lavelle

3 months ago

I think D) Signed letter is enough too!

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Nikita

4 months ago

A) Government-issued documents are definitely needed.

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Olive

4 months ago

I’m a bit confused about option C. A website printout seems less formal, but maybe it could support the other documents?

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Eric

4 months ago

I feel like I’ve seen a similar question before, and I think they emphasized the importance of official records. So, A seems right to me.

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Ben

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about needing official documentation. Could option D be enough if it's signed?

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Corinne

4 months ago

A) seems the most reliable.

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Geoffrey

4 months ago

I think option A makes the most sense since government documents are usually the most reliable source for verifying such changes.

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Ma

5 months ago

C) Printout of the website? Really? That's the least reliable option.

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Anissa

5 months ago

I agree, government documents are official.

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Troy

5 months ago

This is a tough one, but I'd have to go with A. Can't take any chances with client info.

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Becky

5 months ago

A) Government docs are the only way to be sure the changes are legit.

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Lourdes

6 months ago

D) Signed letter from the secretary is the most official and reliable option.

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Carmen

6 months ago

A) Government-issued documents are the way to go. Can't trust a phone call or website printout.

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Rodolfo

6 months ago

For this type of compliance-related question, I think the safest bet is to go with the most formal, official documentation - so I agree, A is probably the best answer here.

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Tish

6 months ago

I'm a bit confused on this one. I was thinking the website printout might also be acceptable, since that could be an official company announcement. But you all make a good point that government docs would be the most solid verification.

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Paulina

7 months ago

I'm leaning towards A as well. Government documents would provide the strongest proof of these types of official changes. The other options seem a bit more questionable in terms of reliability and authenticity.

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Jolanda

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. The question is asking what documentation would be sufficient, so I'm wondering if any of the other options could also work, like the signed letter from the secretary.

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Sharee

7 months ago

I think the correct answer is A. Government-issued documents would be the most reliable and official way to verify changes to a corporate client's directors and registered office.

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