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1.
Being paid to recruit others to a sales opportunity is sufficient to indicate that the opportunity is actually a pyramid scheme.
False. Though it's a part of a pyramid scheme by nature, being paid to recruit others is not by itself an indicator, as even legitimate firms may offer fees for recruitment.
2.
Which of the following descriptions of an investment is a telephone scammer most likely to use?
"Risk-free". Scammers often describe their investments as risk-free.
3.
If you are unsure whether a broker is licensed, you should contact _______.
Your state securities regulator. Brokers are registered at the state level.
4.
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.
5.
Why might a scammer go to great lengths to detail the intricate aspects of an "opportunity"?
Detail makes the opportunity look legitimate. The more detail, the more real it seems.
6.
Which of the following job offers is most likely a work-at-home scam?
Processing rebates for two hours a day for $500. Pay that is far above market rates is a classic sign of a scam.
7.
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.
8.
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.