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Your response:
Yes!
It’s a red flag if someone you’ve met online asks for money. When that happens, it’s best to end the relationship and break contact.
That's not quite right.
You shouldn't send money to someone you've never met. A request for money is often a sign of a scam.
Your response:
Correct!
If you're promised a high return on a risk-free, no-fee investment, it's probably a scam.
Missed this one.
Fraudsters use promises of high returns with zero risk to push you to invest. If you see an opportunity that's too good to be true, research it first.
Hi. Do you want to make $5,000 monthly working from home? No experience needed. We do require a $200 training deposit before we can begin. Send us your credit card details and we'll send you a job offer letter.
K. Pence
Pence Marketing
Your response:
Well done!
Job scams generally make big promises for little work. Also, a real employer will never ask you to make a payment as part of an application.
That's not it.
Job scams make big promises for little work. If you're asked for personal information or given vague details, it's best to ignore the email.
Your response:
You got it!
Avoid paying for goods you find online with wire transfers, third-party payment services, gift cards and prepaid cards.
That's not quite right.
You should avoid paying for goods you find online with payment methods that take your money right away. Use your credit card for online purchases.
Your response:
Spot on!
If you receive calls or messages from a number or caller you don't recognize saying they're someone you know and asking for money to be sent, stop communicating and contact the person directly.
Missed this one.
One of the warning signs of a scam is when you're asked to keep a secret when a call or message is unexpected.
Your response:
Correct!
If you receive a cheque or money order for the wrong amount, the best action is to send it back right away and ask for the correct amount.
Not quite right.
If you received a cheque or money order for the wrong amount, you should always ask the buyer to provide a new cheque with the correct amount.
You scored
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Well done! You're a natural scam-spotter!
You can pick out the red flags and signs that something's not right. But don't rest on your winning score — always stay up to date with the latest fraud trends.
You’ll know your scams with a bit more knowledge about fraud.
While you know some of the tricks fraudsters use, it’s a good idea to spend more time reading about how you can spot the red flags of a scam and the tips you can use to stay safe.
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