Which of the following is an example of a trade-based money laundering scheme?
A.
An importer and an exporter conspire to conceal illicit funds by creating invoices that understate the quantity of goods shipped internationally
B.
An accountant overstates a restaurants revenues to hide illegal funds that are secretly laundered through the business
C.
A drug cartel outside of the United States launders illicit funds by hiring runners to deposit small amounts of money in bank accounts throughout the United States
D.
A businessperson deposits illicit funds into the bank account of a company they secretly own which then lends the funds back to them
The Answer Is:
A
This question includes an explanation.
Explanation:
This question tests your knowledge of Domain 5.
In the context of Money Laundering, specifically relating to money laundering, the question asks about the core concepts in this area.
The correct answer is A: An importer and an exporter conspire to conceal illicit funds by creating invoices that understate the quantity of goods shipped internationally.
This question addresses money laundering concepts. The correct answer correctly identifies the stage, method, or regulatory framework related to money laundering or anti-money laundering efforts. Understanding these processes is critical for fraud examiners working to detect and prevent financial crimes. Money laundering typically involves three stages: placement (introducing illegal funds into the financial system), layering (creating complex transactions to hide the source), and integration (returning the funds to the launderer in an apparently legitimate form).