3C1 - Perform Overall Analytic Procedures

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3C1 - Perform Overall Analytical Procedures Overall Analytic Procedures - REQUIRED to be applied at the overall review stage - Assists in assessing the overall conclusion reached throughout the course of the audit - Assists in evaluation of overall F/S presentation and disclosure - Results MAY indicate additional evidence needed Read F/S and Related Notes - Adequacy of evidence gathered in response to unusual or unexpected balances identified in planning the audit or in the course of the audit - Unusual or unexpected balances or relationships that were NOT previously identified Question #1 Which of the following ratios would an engagement partner most likely consider in the overall review stage of an audit? a) Total liabilities/net sales b) Accounts receivable/inventory c) Cost of goods sold/average inventory d) Current assets/quick assets Question #2 The primary objective of analytical procedures used in the final review stage of an audit is to: a) Obtain evidence from details tested to corroborate particular assertions b) Identify areas that represent specific risks relevant to the audit c) Assist the auditor in assessing the validity of the conclusions reached d) Satisfy doubts when questions arise about a client’s ability to continue in existence Question #3 For all audits of financial statements made in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, the use of analytical procedures is required to some extent: In Planning Stage As a Substantive Test In the Review Stage A Yes No Yes B No Yes No C No Yes Yes D No No No Question #4 Which of the following is an analytical procedure that an auditor most likely would perform during the final review stage of an audit? a) Comparing each individual expense account balance with the relevant budgeted amounts and investigating any significant variations b) Testing the effectiveness of internal control procedures that appear to be suitably designed to prevent or detect material misstatements c) Reading the financial statements and considering whether there are any unusual or unexpected balances that were NOT previously identified d) Calculating each individual expense account balance as a percentage of total entity expenses and comparing the results with industry averages
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