Module 4, Page 7 – Investment Scam Awareness. What to do if an offer sounds too good to be true? – Quizz 2

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An online “advisor” you just met offers to invest your money in cryptocurrency. They ask you to send money via wire transfer. What should you do?

Send a small amount to test it. Stop the conversation and talk to someone you trust

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