1.
To charge a Trek Card in Ascend, you can select "Trek Card" as the payment type.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
To charge a Trek Card in Ascend you must select the Trek Card as a payment type when finalizing a sale.
2.
If you get an approval over the phone from Comenity Bank, do you still need to finalize the charge to the customer's card in Ascend?
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
A phone call preauthorizes the sale and sets the funds aside on the customer's account for 7 days but does not charge the card. To finalize the charge to the customer's card and for your store to get paid you have to go back to the payment window screen in Ascend and select Call Center Approved and enter the sale details and click process. This must be done the same day the phone call takes place for preapproval.
3.
If you receive the message, "Your application is under review and you will be contacted within 7 to 10 business days" while processing an application, what should you do?
Correct Answer
C. Let the customer know their application is under review and they will be contacted by Comenity Bank by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
Explanation
Sometimes Comenity Bank has to take extra steps to verify a customer's identity and may not be able to make an instant approval. Let the customer know their application is under review and they will be contacted by Comenity Bank by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
4.
If a customer is placed on a 6 or 12 months plan, do they have to make monthly payments?
Correct Answer
A. Yes
Explanation
Yes. Due to the CARD Act of 2009 every company offering financing is required to collect a monthly payment for each plan they offer.
5.
Who decides what plan a purchase should be placed on?
Correct Answer
B. The store.
Explanation
Because your store pays a fee to offer each plan you should decide what purchases qualify for each plan.
6.
If the customer has questions regarding their Trek Card account, who should they contact?
Correct Answer
A. Comenity Bank Customer Service Number
Explanation
Comenity Bank is the only one able to answer questions about the customer's account. Please direct all customers to the customer service number at 866-662-6199.
7.
If a customer would like to apply for a Trek Card, you should hand them a buck slip, terms and conditions of the program, and an application.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Legally the terms and condtions, application, and buck slip should be handed out to anyone asking about the Trek Card program.
8.
If a customer purchases on a 6 or 12 months plan, you should hand the customer a
Correct Answer
buck slip
Trek Card Credit Application
Nothing
Explanation
The buck slip should be handed to any customer purchasing on the 6 or 12 months plan so they are aware of the terms and conditions of a 6 or 12 months plan.
9.
If your system or internet is down you will be unable to process Trek Card transactions.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
You can process applications and preauthorize sales over the phone. Once your system is up and running again you must finalize charges by selecting Call Center Approved in the Trek Card payment window in Ascend.
10.
If a customer presents a temporary card, what should you do? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer(s)
B. Call Comenity Bank to confirm they are authorized to use the account.
C. Write the customer's name, type of ID checked, state, and zip code on the receipt
D. Have the customer sign the receipt.
Explanation
If a customer presents a temporary card you must check their ID, call Comenity Bank to confirm they are authorized to use the account and obtain their accout number, and then when you charge their card have them sign the receipt and write their name, the type of ID checked, and their state and zip code on their receipt. Keep the receipt in store for 18 months.
11.
You should store a customer's signed receipt for _____months?
Correct Answer(s)
18
Explanation
In case a customer would dispute a financing plan or a charge at your store, you should store their signed receipt for 18 months.
12.
The Trek Card is only available for Trek merchandise
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The Trek Card is available on all merchandise in your store.
13.
Why should you reconcile Trek Card transactions?
Correct Answer
A. To make sure all cards have been charged and you have received your deposit for each transaction
Explanation
Reconciling Trek Card transactions is important to ensure that all cards have been charged and that the corresponding deposit has been received for each transaction. This process helps in verifying the accuracy of the financial records and detecting any discrepancies or errors in the charging and depositing of the cards. It ensures that all transactions have been properly accounted for and helps maintain the integrity of the financial system.
14.
Where are the two locations where you can locate reports to aid you in reconciling Trek Card transactions. Select all that apply.
Correct Answer(s)
A. In Dexter
B. In the Ascend End of Day Reports Folder
Explanation
You need to make sure everyone has processed a Trek Card transaction correctly and that you have been paid for every transaction. You will not receive a monthly statement. The most detailed information can be found in the End of Day Reports in Ascend. You can also find batch and deposit history by logging into Dexter and clicking on Review Card Settlements from the Services Tab.
15.
Who should you contact if you discovered someone was put on the wrong financing plan?
Correct Answer
B. Cathy Oppermann or Sue McArthur
Explanation
Comenity Bank will only accept finance plan requests from Cathy Or Sue at Trek to eliminate your account being debited for merchant fees without your permission.