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AGA CGFM Exam - Topic 3 Question 79 Discussion

A primary deterrent to fraud is
B) the fear of detection.
A) delegation of responsibility without oversight.
C) job satisfaction and sense of 'team.'
D) performance of employee background checks.

AGA CGFM Exam - Topic 3 Question 79 Discussion

Actual exam question for AGA's CGFM exam
Question #: 79
Topic #: 3
[All CGFM Questions]

A primary deterrent to fraud is

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Suggested Answer: B

Deterrence of Fraud:

A primary deterrent to fraud is the fear of being caught. When individuals believe there is a high likelihood of detection, they are less likely to commit fraudulent acts.

Strong internal controls, monitoring, and audits increase this fear and serve as effective deterrents.

Explanation of Answer Choices:

A . Delegation of responsibility without oversight: Incorrect. Lack of oversight increases the risk of fraud rather than deterring it.

B . The fear of detection: Correct. The fear of being caught is one of the most effective fraud deterrents.

C . Job satisfaction and sense of 'team': While these contribute to a positive work environment, they do not directly deter fraud.

D . Performance of employee background checks: Background checks are a preventive measure but are less effective as a fraud deterrent compared to detection risk.


Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Fraud Prevention Guidance.

GAO, Fraud Risk Management Framework.

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Effie
2 months ago
D makes sense too. Background checks can prevent bad hires.
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Anastacia
3 months ago
C is interesting. A happy team might be less likely to commit fraud.
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Karima
3 months ago
I agree, but A could also be a problem. No oversight can lead to fraud.
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Alesia
3 months ago
I think B is the strongest answer. Fear of getting caught really stops people.
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Arletta
3 months ago
Wait, are we really saying fear is the main deterrent? Sounds a bit extreme!
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Leah
3 months ago
Background checks are important, but they’re not foolproof.
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Markus
3 months ago
C) job satisfaction? Really? Not sure that’s a strong deterrent.
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Ceola
4 months ago
I think A) delegation of responsibility without oversight can lead to more fraud.
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Beata
4 months ago
Definitely B) the fear of detection. That's what keeps people in check.
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Charlene
4 months ago
B) is the way to go. Fraud doesn't stand a chance against the all-seeing eye of the company.
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Jeannetta
5 months ago
I'd go with B. Fraud just doesn't pay when you're constantly looking over your shoulder.
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Dino
5 months ago
Definitely B. Who wants to risk getting caught red-handed?
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Rebecka
5 months ago
B) the fear of detection.
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Leatha
5 months ago
Job satisfaction seems less relevant here, but I could see how C might play a role in a team environment. Still, I lean towards B for the fear factor.
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Alberta
5 months ago
I think we practiced a question similar to this, and it emphasized the importance of oversight. Maybe D is also a contender because background checks can help deter fraud?
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Amber
5 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like delegation without oversight could actually increase the risk of fraud, so A seems unlikely.
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Robt
6 months ago
I remember discussing how fear of detection is a strong motivator against fraud, so I think B might be the right choice.
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Roxane
6 months ago
I'm confident B is the right answer. Fraud is all about the risk-reward calculation, and the fear of detection is the key factor.
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Laurel
6 months ago
I'm leaning towards B, but C also seems plausible. A good work culture and team spirit could discourage fraud too.
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Brigette
6 months ago
B is the obvious choice here. Fraud is all about risk and consequences, so the fear of getting caught has to be the biggest deterrent.
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Coral
6 months ago
I'm not sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully. Maybe I can eliminate some of the options first.
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Shawn
7 months ago
Hmm, I think the answer is B. The fear of detection seems like the most important deterrent to fraud.
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Rebbeca
15 days ago
I still think B is stronger. People are more careful if they fear detection.
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Rebecka
2 months ago
True, but what about A? Lack of oversight can lead to fraud too.
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Anjelica
2 months ago
I agree, B makes the most sense. Fear of getting caught really stops people.
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