CFE – Investigation — Question 53

Misty, a fraud investigator, is interviewing Larry, who she suspects has been embezzling company funds. Which of the following is NOT a recommended sequence in which Misty should ask Larry questions?

Answer options

• A. Ask questions in random order to prevent Larry from knowing what question comes next.
• B. Start with general questions and move toward specific questions.
• C. Start with questions about known information and work towards unknown information.
• D. Ask questions seeking general information before seeking details.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because starting with general questions is a common technique to build rapport and gather basic context. The other options suggest strategies that may confuse or mislead the interviewee, which is not advisable in a structured investigation.