ACFE CFE-Fraud-Prevention-and-Deterrence Exam - Topic 4 Question 94 Discussion

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Question #: 94
Topic #: 4

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According to modern criminological studies, which of the following is the determinant aspect of white-collar crime?

ACultural ties

BCriminal history

COrganizational opportunity

DSocial class

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Suggested Answer: C

by Carmelina at Sep 17, 2024, 04:32 PM

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Leslie

5 months ago

Cultural ties can influence behavior, but not the main factor.

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Wava

5 months ago

Social class plays a big role too, don’t forget that!

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Stephaine

5 months ago

Wait, is it really just about opportunity? Seems too simple.

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Reiko

5 months ago

Totally agree, it’s all about the system they operate in.

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Lino

6 months ago

Organizational opportunity is key in white-collar crime.

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Aleta

6 months ago

I’m a bit confused. I thought criminal history was important, but maybe it’s not as relevant for white-collar crimes compared to the other options?

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Bobbye

6 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I think the answer was about social class. White-collar crimes often seem to be committed by those in higher social classes, right?

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Karol

6 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like cultural ties might play a role too. We discussed how certain cultures might normalize unethical behavior in business.

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Wayne

6 months ago

I think I remember something about organizational opportunity being a key factor in white-collar crime. It makes sense since these crimes often happen in a business context.

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Wilda

6 months ago

Organizational opportunity seems like the most likely determinant factor here. That makes sense given the nature of white-collar crimes.

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Cruz

6 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to think it through carefully and consider the different options before selecting an answer.

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Simona

6 months ago

This question seems straightforward, I think the answer is organizational opportunity based on what I've learned about white-collar crime.

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Jess

7 months ago

I'm not totally confident on this one. I'll have to review my notes on the key factors behind white-collar criminal behavior.

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Dalene

7 months ago

I've got this! The output clearly shows one nonglobal zone named "zone2", so the two correct outcomes are that there is one nonglobal zone installed and one nonglobal zone running. Easy peasy!

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Diane

12 months ago

Organizational opportunity? More like 'organizational loophole'! These white-collar crooks are experts at finding the gaps in the system and exploiting them.

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Sanjuana

11 months ago

White-collar criminals are very cunning in finding ways to commit their crimes.

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Kattie

11 months ago

It's all about taking advantage of the loopholes for personal gain.

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Jaleesa

11 months ago

Exactly! They know how to manipulate the system to their advantage.

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Lisandra

12 months ago

I'm going with B. Criminal history. Once a criminal, always a criminal, right? These white-collar guys are just wolves in sheep's clothing if you ask me.

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Nydia

11 months ago

C: Yeah, it's definitely not as black and white as once a criminal, always a criminal. There are many factors at play.

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Lura

11 months ago

B: I think it's more about the environment they are in. Like pressure from work or financial stress.

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Vanesa

12 months ago

A: Actually, it's not criminal history. White-collar crime is more about opportunity and motivation.

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Rosio

1 year ago

I believe it could also be D) Social class, as individuals in higher social classes may have more access to resources and opportunities to commit white-collar crimes.

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Talia

1 year ago

C. Organizational opportunity for sure. These white-collar criminals have access to all the right resources and systems to pull off their schemes. It's all about abuse of power and position.

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Georgeanna

11 months ago

It's scary how some people can take advantage of their positions for personal gain.

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Eugene

11 months ago

Definitely, organizational opportunity plays a huge role in white-collar crime.

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Bernardine

1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. I was leaning towards D. Social class, but I could see how organizational opportunity could play a big role too. Guess I need to review my notes again.

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