According to the Standards, Which of the Following Would Least

question 203

Multiple Choice

According to the Standards, which of the following would least likely be considered a red flag when evaluating the risk for fraud?

• A) Cash receipts appear to be lower than expected from an employee's cash drawer.
• B) Health benefits are detected to be claimed for a deceased employee.
• C) An employee did not approve an internal report detailing expenses for the month.
• D) It is alleged that an employee is receiving vendor kickbacks.

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Definitions:

Hierarchy Of Needs

A theory proposed by Abraham Maslow that ranks human needs in a hierarchy, suggesting that individuals are motivated to fulfill basic needs before moving on to higher-level needs.

Belongingness

The human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group, whether it is family, friends, or co-workers.

Esteem Needs

Maslow's hierarchy of needs level, where individuals seek respect, self-esteem, recognition, and success to feel valued and fulfilled.

Deficiency Motive

A motivation that arises from the lack or deficit of some need or desire, driving behavior to fulfill that need.