Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
16th Edition
ISBN: 9780134065823
Author: Alvin A. Arens, Randal J. Elder, Mark S. Beasley, Chris E. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 21, Problem 26DQP

a.

To determine

Calculate (1) gross margin as a percentage of sales and (2) inventory turnover.

b.

To determine

Explain several logical causes of the changes in the two ratios.

c.

To determine

Explain whether any of the fluctuations in the ratios calculated indicate a possible material misstatement.

d.

To determine

Explain the action taken by the auditor in order to ascertain the actual cause of the changes.

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