Fraud Act 2006
Questions to help IPLDP Students prepare for Exams
- 1.
Section 2 of the Fraud Act 2006 is concerned with 'false representation' Which of the following statements is true?
- A.
The intent of 'false representation' is results based
- B.
The intent of 'false representation' is conduct based
- C.
Intent does not feature in the offence of 'false representation'
- D.
The offence of 'false representation' isn't satisfied if the gain is for a third party.
Correct Answer
B. The intent of 'false representation' is conduct basedExplanation
false representation involves a person making it dishonestly with the intent to make gain for himself or another or to cause loss or risk of loss to another.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Under Section 2 [False representation] Fraud Act 2006 which of the following statements is correct
- A.
False representation can not be made to a machine
- B.
Under no circumstances can false representation be made to a machine
- C.
False representation can only be made to a machine if it is being operated by a human, such as a pin machine in a supermarket.
- D.
False representation can be made to a machine
Correct Answer
D. False representation can be made to a machine -
- 3.
Under false representation Section 2 Fraud Act 2006 which of the following would amount to false representation?
- A.
John is selling a yellow metal watches to attract customers he shouts " Bargain watches for sale may be gold"
- B.
John sells cheap watches, to attract customers he removes 'Made in China' stickers & makes a sign saying "Made in Switzerland".
- C.
John is selling cheap watches, to attract customers he makes a sign saying " Top quality watches for sale "
- D.
John takes in 2nd hand watches in part exchange for new ones, he has a sign outside saying " All watches sold are brand new"
Correct Answer
B. John sells cheap watches, to attract customers he removes 'Made in China' stickers & makes a sign saying "Made in Switzerland". -
- 4.
Fraud and Theft are closely related which of the following statements is correct
- A.
In order to complete a fraud offence there has to be an intention to permanently deprive the other of it.
- B.
There is no need to prove an intention to permanently deprive another under the Fraud Act 2006
- C.
False representation cannot be made by means of omission.
- D.
It is not necessary for the person making a false representation to know the representation was dishonest.
Correct Answer
B. There is no need to prove an intention to permanently deprive another under the Fraud Act 2006 -
- 5.
A false representation may be express or implied, so which of the following would amount to false representation ?
- A.
A guy takes his car to a tyre expert to fix a puncture. The technician tells him that the tyre is nearly illegal and needs changing - it actually had 1.7mm of tread across it.
- B.
A guy takes his car to a tyre expert to get a puncture fixed, the technician finds that the tyre has a cut in the sidewall and tells the owner it needs replacing, it has a full 5mm of tread right across the tyre.
- C.
A guy takes is car to a tyre expert to have a puncture fixed the technician says " the legal limit is 2.0mm it only has 1.8mm you can't drive it away or you'll be breaking the law, I'll have to change it for you right now"
- D.
A guy takes his car to a tyre expert to get a puncture fixed the technician looks at it and says " Personally I don't think its worth repairing maybe you should think about getting a new one"
Correct Answer
C. A guy takes is car to a tyre expert to have a puncture fixed the technician says " the legal limit is 2.0mm it only has 1.8mm you can't drive it away or you'll be breaking the law, I'll have to change it for you right now" -
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Peter is in possession of a stolen credit card. One night he orders goods online via a computerised dispatching system and uses the stolen credit card details to pay. Which of the following statements is true?
- A.
Peter commits fraud when he decides to use the credit card
- B.
Peter commits fraud when he enters the credit card number on the computer
- C.
Peter commits fraud when the seller dispatches the goods
- D.
Peter commits fraud when he receives the goods
- E.
Peter cannot be convicted of fraud as no people are involved in the transaction
Correct Answer
B. Peter commits fraud when he enters the credit card number on the computerExplanation
A representation may be regarded as made if it is submitted in any form to any system or device designed to receive, convey or respond to communications.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Section 3 Fraud Act 2006 relates to Failing to disclose information. Which of the following are examples of this section.
- A.
Failing to disclose a speeding conviction you received last year when renewing your insurance policy the proposal form states you must disclose all your motoring convictions over the past 5 years.
- B.
Refusing to answer questions in a police interview after being arrested for a fraud offence.
- C.
Failing to disclose the fact that you have a dog living with you when you rent a home after you see the terms state no pets.
Correct Answer
A. Failing to disclose a speeding conviction you received last year when renewing your insurance policy the proposal form states you must disclose all your motoring convictions over the past 5 years. -
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