Which of the following possible actions may discourage an employee from reporting suspected fraudulent activities?
A) Management promises no prosecution of the individual if guilty.
B) Corporate security's number is provided.
C) The number of the internal auditor is provided.
D) Corporate management stresses that any information provided will be kept confidential.

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Promising no prosecution may discourage an employee from reporting suspected fraudulent activities because the employee may fear retaliation or retribution from the suspect or others involved in the illegal activity. The promise of no prosecution may not provide enough assurance to the employee to feel safe to come forward.

Which of the Following Possible Actions May Discourage an Employee