ACFE CFE-Financial-Transactions-and-Fraud-Schemes Exam - Topic 2 Question 111 Discussion

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Question #: 111
Topic #: 2

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__________ may be defined as the offering, giving, receiving or soliciting anything of value to influence an official act.

ACorruption

BDiverting business to vendors

CBribery

DLacking approval authority

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Suggested Answer: C

by Hubert at May 01, 2025, 01:44 PM

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Goldie

2 months ago

I thought diverting business was a separate issue!

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Dortha

3 months ago

Isn't corruption a broader term than just bribery?

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Glenn

3 months ago

Totally agree, it's all about influencing actions.

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Gladys

3 months ago

Wait, are we sure that's the right term?

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Mari

3 months ago

That's definitely a definition of bribery.

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Fannie

3 months ago

I’m confused because corruption and bribery seem so similar. I guess I need to think about the definitions more clearly.

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Launa

4 months ago

I feel like I've seen a similar question before, and it was definitely about bribery. So, I’m leaning towards C as well.

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Chaya

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about corruption being a broader term that includes bribery.

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Ceola

4 months ago

I think the answer might be C, Bribery, since it specifically mentions influencing an official act.

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Milly

4 months ago

I think I've got it - the definition clearly points to option C, "Bribery." I'm feeling good about selecting that as the answer.

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Kimbery

5 months ago

Corruption sounds like the right answer based on the description, but I want to double-check the other options just to be sure.

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Nada

5 months ago

Okay, the key here is identifying the term that matches the definition provided. I'll go through each option and see which one best fits.

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Eden

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I need to re-read the question and options carefully to make sure I understand what they're asking.

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Eva

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward definition of bribery. I'm pretty confident I can identify the correct answer here.

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Phil

9 months ago

I'm going to have to go with C) Bribery. Trying to grease the wheels with officials? That's a recipe for disaster, my friend.

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Denae

9 months ago

Bribery, for sure. Trying to influence officials through gifts or money? That's a classic case of C) Bribery, no doubt about it.

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Leonor

8 months ago

Those involved in bribery can face serious legal consequences.

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Laurene

8 months ago

Bribery undermines the integrity of the system.

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Blondell

8 months ago

It's unethical to try to influence officials with gifts or money.

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Glenn

8 months ago

Yes, bribery is definitely a form of corruption.

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Meghan

9 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B) Diverting business and C) Bribery. Gotta go with the classic bribery though, that's the real corruption!

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Marilynn

8 months ago

Diverting business can also be corrupt, but bribery is more direct and obvious.

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Nada

8 months ago

Yeah, it's the most straightforward way to influence an official act.

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Enola

9 months ago

I agree, bribery is definitely the classic form of corruption.

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Zita

9 months ago

C) Bribery seems like the most accurate answer here. Can't believe people still try this kind of thing!

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Rochell

9 months ago

B) Diverting business to vendors is unethical behavior.

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Esteban

9 months ago

A) Corruption is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.

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Rosina

9 months ago

I believe the correct answer is C) Bribery because it specifically mentions offering something of value.

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Marshall

9 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think A) Corruption could also be the answer.

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Avery

9 months ago

I'd go with A) Corruption. Accepting kickbacks or other incentives to sway official decisions is a form of corruption.

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Leatha

8 months ago

D) Lacking approval authority can lead to unethical behavior in decision-making.

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Brittni

9 months ago

C) Bribery is also a form of corruption that can have serious consequences.

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Martina

9 months ago

A) Corruption is a serious issue that undermines trust in institutions.

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Deja

9 months ago

I agree with Juliann, bribery fits the definition.

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Pete

10 months ago

Definitely C) Bribery. Paying someone to influence their decision is the classic definition of bribery.

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Odette

8 months ago

Those involved in bribery can face serious legal consequences.

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Janessa

8 months ago

It's unethical to offer something of value to influence an official act.

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Reena

8 months ago

Yes, bribery is definitely a form of corruption.

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Juliann

10 months ago

I think the answer is C) Bribery.

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