Exam CFE - Law topic 1 question 82 discussion

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Question #: 82
Topic #: 1

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Which of the following situations would constitute a violation of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)?

A. A private U.S. company pays a $2,000 foreign corporation fee that is required in order to do business within the country.
B. A private U.S. company transfers $100,000 to the sole proprietor of a Brazilian company to influence the award of a commercial imports contract.
C. A private UK company transfers $25,000 to a Chilean public official to influence the award of lucrative overseas contracts.
D. A private U.S. company transfers $45,000 to a foreign official to influence the award of a public construction contract.

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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

by vynyfulu at April 5, 2025, 1:04 p.m.

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_denw

1 week, 1 day ago

Selected Answer: D

The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) prohibits U.S. companies and individuals from bribing foreign officials to gain or keep business. In Option D, a U.S. company is paying a foreign official to influence a public contract — this is exactly what the FCPA forbids.

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AjaiArjuna

1 week, 1 day ago

Selected Answer: D

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) prohibits: - U.S. companies and individuals from bribing foreign officials - With the intent to obtain or retain business or gain an improper advantage Option D fits this exactly: - The payment is made to a foreign official - The purpose is to influence a public contract award - The company is U.S.-based, making it subject to FCPA jurisdiction.

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