In the Early 2000s, Banks Took the Mortgages That They

question 30

True/False

In the early 2000s, banks took the mortgages that they owned, created mortgage-backed securities out of them, and sold them as safe investments.

Understand the emotional impacts of guilt, humiliation, and how they relate to social behavior.

Recognize the limitations of human ability to detect lies and the implications for law enforcement and judicial processes.

Explain the relationship between creativity and dishonesty.

Understand the concept and consequences of identity theft.

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U.S. Tax Court

A federal court that hears and adjudicates tax-related disputes and issues between taxpayers and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

U.S. District Court

Federal courts in the United States that have general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases.

U.S. Court of Federal Claims

A federal court that hears monetary claims against the U.S. government, including tax refund lawsuits.

Private Letter Ruling

A written decision by the Internal Revenue Service in response to a taxpayer's request for guidance on specific tax matters.