CFE – Investigation — Question 41

Baker, a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), contacts Dierdre for the purpose of conducting a routine, information-gathering interview. Dierdre expresses a desire that her coworker, Matthew, whom Baker also plans to interview, be interviewed at the same time. Baker should:

Answer options

• A. Interview Dierdre and Matthew at the same time by himself.
• B. Interview Dierdre and Matthew separately.
• C. Interview Dierdre and Matthew at the same time, but bring in a second interviewer.
• D. Allow Matthew to be present as a client observer.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because conducting the interview with both Dierdre and Matthew simultaneously allows Baker to gather information from both parties while ensuring the dynamic of their interaction is preserved. Options B and C would not fulfill Dierdre's request for a joint interview, and option D would compromise the integrity of the interview process by allowing an observer who is not part of the information-gathering process.