Protecting Yourself From Fraud

Kyler learned her identity had been used during an arrest, but she hadn't been arrested. Which type of fraud occurred?

• tax

• investment

• identity theft

• communications

• credit

Zander received an email asking him to pay money to rescue individuals in a foreign country. After further research, he discovered this organization did not exist. Which type of fraud occurred?

• tax

• investment

• identity theft

• communications

• credit

Derek has been approached by a company making claims that he does not owe taxes this year even though he has been working for pay. Which type of fraud has occured?

• tax

• investment

• identity theft

• communications

• credit

Jada is considering re-financing her home and received an ad from a company offering staggeringly low interest rates. Which type of fraud has occured?

• tax

• investment

• identity theft

• communications

• credit

Brielle is researching tools in which to invest her money and has found one with guaranteed returns. Which type of fraud has occured?

• tax

• investment

• identity theft

• communications

• credit

Xavier is considering purchasing a new tablet online; what are three steps he should take to protect himself from fraud?

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Neema has joined several social networking websites. What are three things she should do to protect herself from fraud?

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If you were to advise someone about the warning signs of fraud, what are two pieces of advice you would provide to them?

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How does the federal government work to protect consumers?

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Which type of fraud may occur when a scammer uses information that was carelessly discarded in the trash?

• computer

• skimming

• phising

• stealing

• diverting mail