Fraud Quiz

🛡️ Fraud Prevention Quiz

Test your knowledge and protect yourself from fraud.

A caller says they're from your credit union and asks you to verify your account by providing your full Social Security number. What should you do?

Provide the information since they called you first Hang up and call your credit union directly using the number on your card Ask them to call back later when you have more time Give them only the last four digits of your SSN

You receive an email saying your account will be closed unless you click a link and update your information immediately. The email looks official. What's your best response?

Click the link immediately to avoid account closure Forward the email to friends to ask their opinion Delete the email and log into your account through the official website Reply to the email asking for more information

When using an ATM, which of these practices is most important for your safety?

Use any ATM that's convenient, regardless of location Cover your PIN when entering it and check for anything unusual on the machine Write your PIN on your card so you don't forget it Let someone nearby help you if you're having trouble with the machine

You receive a text message saying you've won a $1000 gift card and need to provide your bank account details to claim it. What should you do?

Provide the information quickly before the offer expires Ignore and delete the message - legitimate prizes don't require bank details Call the number in the text to verify it's legitimate Share the message with friends to see if they got it too

How often should you check your credit union account statements and transaction history?

Once a year when you do your taxes Only when your monthly statement arrives Regularly - at least weekly, or whenever you can Only if you notice something wrong with your account

Someone contacts you claiming to be from a government agency and demands immediate payment via gift cards or wire transfer to avoid legal action. This is:

A legitimate request that should be handled immediately A scam - government agencies don't demand payment via gift cards Something you should verify by calling back later A situation where you should negotiate a payment plan

What's the best way to create strong, secure passwords for your financial accounts?

Use the same strong password for all accounts for consistency Use easily remembered information like birthdays and pet names Create unique, complex passwords and use a password manager Write passwords down and keep them with your cards

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🛡️ Essential Fraud Prevention Tips

Never give personal information to unsolicited callers
Always verify requests by contacting your credit union directly
Be skeptical of urgent requests for money or information
Monitor your accounts regularly for suspicious activity
Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication
Keep your personal information private on social media
Report suspicious activity to your credit union immediately

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Fraud Quiz

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