Interview Theory and Application - Interviewing -
Investigation - CFE Certified Fraud Examiner Examination
Preparation Course questions with verified answers
Which of the following witnesses should be interviewed by surprise?
A. Volatile witnesses
B. Neutral witnesses
C. Friendly witnesses
D. None of the above Ans✓✓✓-A. Volatile witnesses
A(n) ______________ interview is one that has the potential to bring about
strong emotional reactions in the respondent.
A. Volatile
B. Evasive
C. Chronemic
D. None of the above Ans✓✓✓-A. Volatile
Chronemic Comm. refers to the use of time in interpersonal relationships to
convey meaning, attitudes, & desires. If the respondent is late in keeping an
appointment, this might convey a lack of interest in the interview or an attempt
to avoid the interview
Which of the following is a purpose of closing questions in interview situations?
A. To obtain additional facts
B. To reconfirm facts
C. To end the interview positively
D. All of the above Ans✓✓✓-D. All of the above
,In interview situations, ______________ is defined as a "harmonious accord or
relation that fosters cooperation, communication, or trust."
A. Rapport
B. Active listening
C. Anomie
D. Conditioning Ans✓✓✓-A. Rapport
Joan, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), is conducting an interview of Adam, an
accounts receivable clerk for Ajax Inc. At the beginning of the interview, Joan
asked Adam a series of noncritical questions to observe his reactions. Joan was:
A. Establishing an interview theme
B. Assessing the witness's knowledge base
C. Determining the witness's equilibrium
D. Establishing a baseline Ans✓✓✓-D. Establishing a baseline
In interview situations, a(n) _______________ is an orderly, continuous account
of an event or incident that is given by a respondent with minimal or no
prompting.
A. Unprompted script
B. Free narrative
C. Informational response
D. None of the above Ans✓✓✓-B. Free narrative
The Free Narrative is an orderly, continuous account of an event/incident that is
given with minimal/no prompting. It is used to get a quick synopsis of what is
, known about a matter. When seeking to obtain a free narrative, be sure to
SPECIFY THE OCCURRENCE that you wish to discuss. Sometimes the respondent
must be controlled to prevent unnecessary digression. Avoid interrupting the
respondent & don't stop the narrative without good reason. The respondent will
sometimes provide valuable clues when talking about things that are only
partially related to the matter under inquiry
Which of the following is the BEST example of a closed question?
A. "What can you tell me about the process of opening the store?"
B. "Were you only asked to open the store because no one else was available?"
C. "What happened during your shift when you opened the store?"
D. "When did you open the store that morning?" Ans✓✓✓-D. "When did you
open the store that morning?"
Beth, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), is conducting a routine interview of
someone who does not know her. In such situations, it is usually best for Beth to
OMIT HER TITLE when introducing herself.
A. True
B. False Ans✓✓✓-A. True
The interviewer must introduce themselves before the interview commences.
They generally should indicate THEIR NAME & COMPANY, but THEY SHOULD
AVOID STATING THEIR TITLE. The more informal the interview, the more relaxed
the respondent. If the interviewer can't avoid giving their title, they should use a
title that WON'T CONJURE UP EMOTIONS/POSSIBLE FEAR in the respondent's
mind
During the introductory portion of an interview, the interviewer must state the
interview's purpose in a general way. This is known as:
Investigation - CFE Certified Fraud Examiner Examination
Preparation Course questions with verified answers
Which of the following witnesses should be interviewed by surprise?
A. Volatile witnesses
B. Neutral witnesses
C. Friendly witnesses
D. None of the above Ans✓✓✓-A. Volatile witnesses
A(n) ______________ interview is one that has the potential to bring about
strong emotional reactions in the respondent.
A. Volatile
B. Evasive
C. Chronemic
D. None of the above Ans✓✓✓-A. Volatile
Chronemic Comm. refers to the use of time in interpersonal relationships to
convey meaning, attitudes, & desires. If the respondent is late in keeping an
appointment, this might convey a lack of interest in the interview or an attempt
to avoid the interview
Which of the following is a purpose of closing questions in interview situations?
A. To obtain additional facts
B. To reconfirm facts
C. To end the interview positively
D. All of the above Ans✓✓✓-D. All of the above
,In interview situations, ______________ is defined as a "harmonious accord or
relation that fosters cooperation, communication, or trust."
A. Rapport
B. Active listening
C. Anomie
D. Conditioning Ans✓✓✓-A. Rapport
Joan, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), is conducting an interview of Adam, an
accounts receivable clerk for Ajax Inc. At the beginning of the interview, Joan
asked Adam a series of noncritical questions to observe his reactions. Joan was:
A. Establishing an interview theme
B. Assessing the witness's knowledge base
C. Determining the witness's equilibrium
D. Establishing a baseline Ans✓✓✓-D. Establishing a baseline
In interview situations, a(n) _______________ is an orderly, continuous account
of an event or incident that is given by a respondent with minimal or no
prompting.
A. Unprompted script
B. Free narrative
C. Informational response
D. None of the above Ans✓✓✓-B. Free narrative
The Free Narrative is an orderly, continuous account of an event/incident that is
given with minimal/no prompting. It is used to get a quick synopsis of what is
, known about a matter. When seeking to obtain a free narrative, be sure to
SPECIFY THE OCCURRENCE that you wish to discuss. Sometimes the respondent
must be controlled to prevent unnecessary digression. Avoid interrupting the
respondent & don't stop the narrative without good reason. The respondent will
sometimes provide valuable clues when talking about things that are only
partially related to the matter under inquiry
Which of the following is the BEST example of a closed question?
A. "What can you tell me about the process of opening the store?"
B. "Were you only asked to open the store because no one else was available?"
C. "What happened during your shift when you opened the store?"
D. "When did you open the store that morning?" Ans✓✓✓-D. "When did you
open the store that morning?"
Beth, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), is conducting a routine interview of
someone who does not know her. In such situations, it is usually best for Beth to
OMIT HER TITLE when introducing herself.
A. True
B. False Ans✓✓✓-A. True
The interviewer must introduce themselves before the interview commences.
They generally should indicate THEIR NAME & COMPANY, but THEY SHOULD
AVOID STATING THEIR TITLE. The more informal the interview, the more relaxed
the respondent. If the interviewer can't avoid giving their title, they should use a
title that WON'T CONJURE UP EMOTIONS/POSSIBLE FEAR in the respondent's
mind
During the introductory portion of an interview, the interviewer must state the
interview's purpose in a general way. This is known as:
