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?

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

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

How does the federal government work to protect consumers?

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

• computer

• skimming

• phising

• stealing

• diverting mail