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1.
Why are pyramid schemes unsustainable by nature?
There are never enough participants to keep the pyramids growing. They are a fast way for scammers to defraud others.
2.
Why might a money-transfer opportunity require that you sign a non-disclosure agreement?
To prevent you from discussing the deal with other people. This is a common tactic in investment fraud.
3.
What does a romance scammer usually try to get first, before coming after your money?
A connection with you. Romance scams require that the victim develop a feeling of connection with the criminal; this makes it harder to refuse him or her.
4.
Why might a work-at-home job in which you reship items you receive in the mail to others be a scam?
The items might actually be stolen. Reshipping is often a cover for sending stolen items.
5.
In the world of cryptocurrency, what is a private key?
A string of secret numbers used to sign transactions. A private key provides access to your cryptocurrency.
6.
Why are so many frauds tailored to the elderly?
All of the above. Though these do not describe all elderly, they describe enough that criminals target them.
7.
The perpetrators of Ponzi schemes typically pay money to some of the early investors because _______.
They want to portray the investment as legitimate. This is often the perfect way to keep the later investors faithful.
8.
Telephone swindlers demand immediate compliance from their victims because _______.
Both of the above. Swindlers don't want their scams to be exposed.