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Explain how Mr. M fit the profile of the average fraud perpetrator and how does Mr. M differ. Describe the characteristics that make Mr. M difficult to detect.
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Describe the three elements of opportunity triangle and explain how Mr. M accomplish when embezzling funds from associated communications.
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Explain the pressures that motivated Mr. M to embezzle and describe how Mr. M justify the actions.
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Comment on Mr. M action. Explain lifestyle red flags that could tip off the company to the possibility of fraud.
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Explain the reason for the companies’ hesitation to prosecute white-collar criminals and the consequences faced for not prosecuting. Describe how the law enforcement officials encourage more prosecution.
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Describe the ways that victimized companies have done to prevent Mr. M’s embezzlement.
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