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Question 16

Which of the following BEST describes the data analytics approach known as predictive analytics?

Options:

The configuration of a business program to emulate and Integrate the actions of a human to execute certain business processes, thus increasing efficiency and automating repetitive manual tasks

The use of historical data, along with analyses, statistics, and machine learning components, to build a mathematical model that captures important trends and creates a quantitative forecast

The employment of computer systems to perform human-like tasks such as visual perception and decision-making

The use of layered artificial neural networks to accommodate more data and more sophisticated algorithms to identify complex patterns

Question 17

Which of the following is TRUE of a follow-up/recommendations section in a written fraud examination report?

Options:

A follow-up/recommendations section is not a required part of every written fraud examination report

A follow-up/recommendations section calculates the amount of loss caused by any misconduct identified during the investigation

A follow-up/recommendations section must include a list of organizational failings that contnbuted to the fraud

All of the above

Question 18

Smith, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) for the Ajax Co.. observes Jones, an accounts payable clerk, driving an expensive sports car to work. Smith also has knowledge that Jones recently had extensive remodeling done on her residence. Smith has sufficient predication to:

Options:

Conduct discreet inquiries into Jones's responsibilities as an accounts payable clerk

Notify management of the possibility that Jones has committed fraudulent acts.

Search Jones's mobile phone for evidence of misconduct

Accuse Jones directly of having committed fraud.

Question 19

Barnes, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). is using data analysis to identify anomalies that might indicate fraud in XYZ Company's accounts payable transactions. Which of the following is the MOST EFFECTIVE data analysis function that Barnes could use to look for potential fraud in accounts payable?