CAMS · Question #724
A financial institution (FI) is conducting a complex investigation of unusual patterns of activity involving multiple businesses, triggered by an automated monitoring system alert. Which techniques…
The correct answer is A. Perform a control and ownership assessment of the businesses involved, using the information C. Contact the account manager and ask for the reasons behind the patterns of activity highlighted. When investigating unusual transactions, financial institutions must focus on data-driven risk assessment and internal review first. Option A (Correct): Assessing business ownership and control structures helps determine if multiple businesses are connected through hidden links…
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A financial institution (FI) is conducting a complex investigation of unusual patterns of activity involving multiple businesses, triggered by an automated monitoring system alert. Which techniques would be most efficient for conducting the investigation? (Select Two.)
Options
- APerform a control and ownership assessment of the businesses involved, using the information
- BContact local law enforcement and request that they assist in the analysis and investigation.
- CContact the account manager and ask for the reasons behind the patterns of activity highlighted
- DReview the information presented in the automated monitoring system's alert description and
- EUse social media platforms to connect with the businesses and request details about the account
How the community answered
(37 responses)- A81% (30)
- B11% (4)
- D5% (2)
- E3% (1)
Explanation
When investigating unusual transactions, financial institutions must focus on data-driven risk assessment and internal review first. Option A (Correct): Assessing business ownership and control structures helps determine if multiple businesses are connected through hidden links (e.g., shell companies or common Option C (Correct): The account manager may provide valuable insight on whether the customer's activity aligns with their expected profile.
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