Report fraud: Check Quiz

1. What is the first step you should take if your check is stolen or counterfeited?

A. File a police report B. Contact your financial institution C. Notify the recipient

2. Why is it important to file a police report when your check is stolen?

A. To get a reward for reporting B. To prove the legitimacy of your claim to financial institutions C. To ensure the check is reissued

3. Which organization should you contact to report mail theft?

A. Federal Trade Commission B. U.S. Postal Inspection Service C. Local police department

4. What can placing a fraud alert on your account prevent?

A. Unauthorized transactions B. Opening of accounts in your name C. Delayed payments

5. Which company is NOT mentioned as a check verification service?

A. Certegy B. TeleCheck C. Equifax

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