Finance Cluster Exam DECA 2019-2020
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Sheree, who owns a popular family-style restaurant, recently asked her attorney to prepare a document to protect her famous chicken noodle soup recipe. Sheree signed the document containing the recipe and had it notarized. This document is designed to protect Sheree's

  • trade secret. (correct)
  • patent.
  • trademark.
  • copyright.

What is typically the most significant role of a compliance officer in a bank, investment company, or insurance company?

To ensure that the company is following financial laws

An annual audit is an example of a(n)

  • corrective
  • reconciliation
  • internal control. (correct)
  • detective

Which of the following is a benefit of using artificial intelligence in compliance:

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Mooreshead Bank has placed a claim on Marc's property to protect Mooreshead from financial loss if Marc is unable to pay back his bank loan. Mooreshead has secured a ______ against Marc's property.

<p>lien</p> Signup and view all the answers

Charlotte, an investment advisor, does more than simply sell stocks and bonds. She also provides investing advice to her clients on an ongoing basis. She talks with clients about their short-term and long-term investing goals and helps them select the investments that are best for them. Charlotte acts as her clients'

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Robert has learned that his company will announce a round of layoffs in two weeks. Robert decides to sell some of the stock options he had in the company before the news of the layoffs goes public. He tells his friends to do the same. This is an example of

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Raheem recently sold an investment that he had owned for five years. He sold the investment for considerably more money than he had spent on it originally. Raheem is likely to owe tax on the profit that he made from the sale of the investment.

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What is a benefit of having established policies for taking breaks and requesting time off?

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Which of the following is a good way to end a business phone call:

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What is a trade secret?

Undisclosed information giving a business a competitive advantage (like a recipe).

What is a compliance officer's main role in finance?

To ensure that the company follows financial laws and regulations.

What type of internal control is an annual audit?

A detective control, designed to discover financial issues.

What is a benefit of AI in compliance?

Reduces human error.

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What is a lien?

A legal claim on property to protect a seller if the buyer doesn't pay.

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Who is a fiduciary?

Someone who acts on behalf of another, making decisions in their best interest.

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What is insider trading?

Trading stock based on non-public information.

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What tax is owed on a long-term investment profit?

Long-term capital gains tax is owed if you held the asset for more than a year.

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What is a benefit of established policies for breaks?

Less confusion among employees.

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How to end a business call professionally?

Offer your email for further information.

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What should be included early in a report?

A specific sentence that highlights the main idea of the report.

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What is a rich channel of communication?

Uses multiple senses like sight and hearing (e.g., video call).

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What is a touchpoint?

Any interaction between a business and a customer.

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What is customer experience management (CEM)?

Focusing on exceeding customer expectations at every touchpoint.

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What is the primary role of financial planners?

Helping clients make wise investments and plan for the future.

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Why use customer relationship management (CRM)?

To establish stronger connections with customers.

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What is marginal analysis used for?

Maximizing profit by assessing benefits versus costs.

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How does the Internet change utility?

Makes products more accessible through online ordering (place utility).

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What reason might a company use to defend moving manufacturing overseas?

The action is acceptable in a foreign culture (wages are lower).

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What is a board of directors responsible for?

Supporting and assessing top executives.

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What is cost-push inflation?

Prices rise due to increased costs of production (like fuel).

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Who are the biggest traders in the foreign exchange market?

Commercial and investment banks.

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What ethical dilemma does someone face when stealing without consequence?

Lack of consequences.

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How to develop cultural sensitivity in the workplace?

Educate yourself by reading and learning about different cultures.

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What is a benefit of transparent communication in the workplace?

Increased worker productivity.

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What is an effective approach to negotiation?

Be flexible and adapt your strategy based on the other side's approach.

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What is the true nature of office politics?

It can be beneficial, but it also has risks.

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How is consensus building different from vote taking?

Consensus requires every group member to agree.

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Why do active listeners paraphrase?

To confirm the speaker's message and show understanding.

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What limits your ability to assess the long-term impact of a decision?

Personal bias.

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Study Notes

Finance Cluster Exam

  • This is a timed exam for the occupational area of finance.
  • Students will have a set amount of time to complete all questions.
  • Posting these materials online is a copyright violation.
  • The exam was developed specifically for DECA's 2019-2020 program.
  • The exam items are written for use at DECA's ICDC.
  • Performance indicators are at the prerequisite, career-sustaining, and specialist levels.

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Test your knowledge in the field of finance with this timed exam designed for DECA's 2019-2020 program. The exam assesses skills across various performance indicators and is suitable for students preparing for ICDC. Emphasize your understanding of the occupational area of finance to succeed.

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