EstatePass
Ethics & Fraudmedium18% of exam

During a branch onboarding review, a training manager identifies an issue involving branch, office, and remote-work controls. Which response is most compliant?

Correct Answer

B) Escalate the suspicious activity and keep SAR matters confidential

SAR rules require reporting or escalation of suspicious activity and prohibit tipping off subjects. This item uses an exam-style scenario; any file details in the stem are illustrative and the governing rule controls the compliant response. The best answer is "Escalate the suspicious activity and keep SAR matters confidential".

Answer Options
A
Ignore the issue if the borrower orally agrees to continue.
B
Escalate the suspicious activity and keep SAR matters confidential
C
Proceed based only on borrower preference and document the file later.
D
Rely on sales practice rather than required verification, disclosure, or documentation.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

SAR rules require reporting or escalation of suspicious activity and prohibit tipping off subjects. This item uses an exam-style scenario; any file details in the stem are illustrative and the governing rule controls the compliant response. The best answer is "Escalate the suspicious activity and keep SAR matters confidential".

Was this explanation helpful?

More Ethics & Fraud Questions

People Also Study

Related Study Resources

Practice More MLO Questions

Access all practice questions with progress tracking and adaptive difficulty to pass your SAFE MLO exam.

Start Practicing