What are two red flags that indicate possible money laundering or terrorist financing? (Choose two.)
Correct Answer: B,D
These two options are potential red flags for money laundering or terrorist financing because they could indicate an attempt to avoid the reporting threshold of $10,000 for cash transactions, or to conceal the source or origin of the funds. According to the ACAMS Study Guide, some common indicators of money laundering are:
Transactions structured to avoid recordkeeping or reporting requirements Transactions inconsistent with the customer's profile or business activity Transactions involving the use of multiple accounts or locations Transactions involving high-risk jurisdictions or entities Transactions involving cash or complex crypto assets The other two options are not necessarily red flags by themselves, as they could have legitimate explanations.
For example, the restaurant could be located in a different city because of market demand, or the new account could demonstrate a steady flow of income because of the success of the business.
References:
ACAMS Study Guide for the CAMS Certification Examination - 6th Edition, Chapter 2, page 41-42 FFIEC BSA/AML Appendices - Appendix F - Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Red Flags, page 1-2
4 Red Flags of Money Laundering or Terrorist Financing, page 1
Money Laundering Red Flags | Key Behaviours and Indicators, page 1