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Protecting Yourself from Fraud including Identity Theft

Protecting Yourself from Fraud including Identity Theft. Advanced Level. Fraud. Fraud – an intentional effort to deceive another individual for personal gain. Compromised h ealth. Common Types of Fraud.

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Protecting Yourself from Fraud including Identity Theft

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  1. Protecting Yourself from Fraudincluding Identity Theft Advanced Level

  2. Fraud Fraud – an intentional effort to deceive another individual for personal gain Compromised health

  3. Common Types of Fraud Identity theft was the largest consumer fraud complaint reported to the Federal Trade Commission in 2012

  4. Common Types of Fraud Do you know anyone that has been a victim of fraud?

  5. Time

  6. How Does Fraud Occur?

  7. Personal Information Drivers license Search your purses, wallets and backpacks. What are you carrying with you right now that reveals personal information? Debit & credit cards Electronic devices Identification cards

  8. How Thieves AccessPersonal Information

  9. Protecting Yourself From Fraud

  10. Protect Your Personal Information

  11. Be Careful When Using the Internet

  12. Credit and Debit Cards Use a credit card instead of a debit card for online purchases!

  13. Fraud Protection Services Companies may offer various types of services including: Closely evaluate services to know what is covered, fees and company reputation You are your best advocate!

  14. Recognize Fraud Early Could Lucy have recognized the theft earlier?

  15. If You Are a Victim The Stop Fraud website will tell you which agency to report to and provide specific tips depending on the type of fraud What steps should Lucy take?

  16. Most Common Government Protection Agencies Prevent business practices that are anticompetitive, deceptive or unfair to consumers Makes markets for consumer financial products and services work for Americans Protects the public health Regulates interstate and international communication

  17. Most Common Government Protection Agencies Protect investors and maintain fair, orderly and efficient financial markets Enforce tax laws Protects the United States and its citizens

  18. Solve the Mystery Answer Questions Correctly to Earn Clues!

  19. Who is Lucy’s Scammer? – Act 3 Make Your Guess! • Mrs. White • Searched through Lucy’s discarded mail • Colonel Mustard • Searched through Lucy’s outgoing mail • Mrs. Peacock • Guessed Lucy’s PIN number • Professor Plum • Searched Lucy’s online banking website

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