Common phone & promotional scams Quiz

1. What is a common tactic used in IRS tax scams?

A. Offering a refund for overpaid taxes B. Threatening arrest if debts are not paid C. Offering a discount on future tax payments

2. What is the main goal of 419 fraud schemes?

A. To provide legitimate investment opportunities B. To steal the victim's money or personal information C. To offer free travel packages

3. Which of the following is a warning sign of a phone scam?

A. The caller offers a free gift without any conditions B. The caller insists you must act now or the offer won't be good C. The caller provides detailed written information about the company

4. What should you do before sending money to a charity or making an investment?

A. Send the money immediately to secure your spot B. Verify what percentage of the money goes to the charity or investment C. Provide your credit card information over the phone

5. What is a common characteristic of a mystery shopper scam?

A. The perpetrator sends a legitimate cashier's check B. The victim is asked to wire money back to the perpetrator C. The victim receives genuine products to review

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