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Which practices should be considered when investigating unusual transactions and activities? (Select Three.)

The correct answer is B. Evaluating the transactions by cross-referencing with known external factors, such as market C. Discussing with the responsible relationship manager, who may have insights into the customer's D. Utilizing a risk-based approach to determine the level of scrutiny required for different types of. A proper investigation of unusual transactions requires a mix of data analysis, contextual review, and expert judgment to assess potential risks. Option B (Correct): Cross-referencing transactions with external factors (e.g., political events, commodity price fluctuations, news…

Conducting and Responding to Investigations

Question

Which practices should be considered when investigating unusual transactions and activities? (Select Three.)

Options

  • AFocusing primarily on quantitative metrics, such as transaction amounts.
  • BEvaluating the transactions by cross-referencing with known external factors, such as market
  • CDiscussing with the responsible relationship manager, who may have insights into the customer's
  • DUtilizing a risk-based approach to determine the level of scrutiny required for different types of
  • EPrioritizing automated alerts over manual reviews to streamline the investigation process.

How the community answered

(47 responses)
  • A
    11% (5)
  • B
    83% (39)
  • E
    6% (3)

Explanation

A proper investigation of unusual transactions requires a mix of data analysis, contextual review, and expert judgment to assess potential risks. Option B (Correct): Cross-referencing transactions with external factors (e.g., political events, commodity price fluctuations, news reports) helps identify potential links to illicit activities. Option C (Correct): The relationship manager may provide insights into whether a transaction aligns with the customer's known profile and business activity. Option D (Correct): A risk-based approach ensures that higher-risk transactions receive enhanced scrutiny, while lower-risk ones undergo standard monitoring.

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#unusual transactions#risk-based approach#investigation practices#relationship manager

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