CLG 001 DOD GOVERNMENTWIDE
COMMERCIAL PURCHASE CARD (GPC)
TRAINING EXAM
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Expert-Verified Explanation
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✪ 40 Questions and Answers
✪ Multiple-choice and True/False Format
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1. Which of the following is the term for a shipment of supplies or equipment that is
delayed along the transportation chain and will not move until all problems are resolved?
A. Controlled Freight
B. Comp Transportation
C. Frustrated Freight
D. Hazardous Goods
Answer: C
EXPLANATION: “Frustrated freight” refers to goods delayed due to issues that must be
resolved before movement.
2. Individuals can enter into an agreement on behalf of the government as long as they have
completed the appropriate training.
A. True
B. False
Answer: A
EXPLANATION: Only trained and appointed individuals may legally enter into agreements on
behalf of the government.
3. Which of the following entities is responsible for determining the availability of the
required supply or service before a purchase is made with the GPC?
A. DFAS Representative
B. Vendor Representative
C. Billing Official
D. Cardholder
Answer: D
EXPLANATION: The cardholder must check that required supplies/services are available
before purchase.
, 4. Convenience checks shall not be used to obtain cash.
A. True
B. False
Answer: A
EXPLANATION: Convenience checks may not be used for cash advances.
5. Suspected ethics violations are reported to:
A. Supervisor
B. Ethics Official
C. Agency Program Coordinator
D. All of the above
Answer: D
EXPLANATION: All parties listed may be involved in ethics investigations.
6. Splitting a purchase of $11,000 into smaller amounts to stay below the micro-purchase
threshold is:
A. Acceptable
B. Encouraged
C. Strictly Prohibited
D. Optional
Answer: C
EXPLANATION: Splitting purchases to avoid thresholds is considered procurement fraud.
7. Which of the following are examples of cardholder fraud?
A. Unauthorized personal purchases
B. Purchasing items to give away
C. Buying tools for home use
D. All of the above
Answer: D
EXPLANATION: All listed examples constitute fraud and misuse of the purchase card.
8. Which of the following statements is FALSE?
A. DoD employees may be designated ordering officers
B. Cardholders must maintain documentation
C. Purchases must follow FAR
D. DoD policy allows cardholders to exceed limits when needed
COMMERCIAL PURCHASE CARD (GPC)
TRAINING EXAM
Actual Questions and Answers
Expert-Verified Explanation
This Exam contains:
✪ 40 Questions and Answers
✪ Multiple-choice and True/False Format
✪ Expert-Verified Explanations
✪ Verified with Trusted Textbooks
1. Which of the following is the term for a shipment of supplies or equipment that is
delayed along the transportation chain and will not move until all problems are resolved?
A. Controlled Freight
B. Comp Transportation
C. Frustrated Freight
D. Hazardous Goods
Answer: C
EXPLANATION: “Frustrated freight” refers to goods delayed due to issues that must be
resolved before movement.
2. Individuals can enter into an agreement on behalf of the government as long as they have
completed the appropriate training.
A. True
B. False
Answer: A
EXPLANATION: Only trained and appointed individuals may legally enter into agreements on
behalf of the government.
3. Which of the following entities is responsible for determining the availability of the
required supply or service before a purchase is made with the GPC?
A. DFAS Representative
B. Vendor Representative
C. Billing Official
D. Cardholder
Answer: D
EXPLANATION: The cardholder must check that required supplies/services are available
before purchase.
, 4. Convenience checks shall not be used to obtain cash.
A. True
B. False
Answer: A
EXPLANATION: Convenience checks may not be used for cash advances.
5. Suspected ethics violations are reported to:
A. Supervisor
B. Ethics Official
C. Agency Program Coordinator
D. All of the above
Answer: D
EXPLANATION: All parties listed may be involved in ethics investigations.
6. Splitting a purchase of $11,000 into smaller amounts to stay below the micro-purchase
threshold is:
A. Acceptable
B. Encouraged
C. Strictly Prohibited
D. Optional
Answer: C
EXPLANATION: Splitting purchases to avoid thresholds is considered procurement fraud.
7. Which of the following are examples of cardholder fraud?
A. Unauthorized personal purchases
B. Purchasing items to give away
C. Buying tools for home use
D. All of the above
Answer: D
EXPLANATION: All listed examples constitute fraud and misuse of the purchase card.
8. Which of the following statements is FALSE?
A. DoD employees may be designated ordering officers
B. Cardholders must maintain documentation
C. Purchases must follow FAR
D. DoD policy allows cardholders to exceed limits when needed
