Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337619455
Author: Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 5, Problem 25RQSC
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Introduction : The objective of this study is to analyze the importance of integrity and ethical values towards leading the organization towards a controlled environment. The COSO Framework has developed a model in enhancing the organization’s ability to manage uncertainties, acceptance of risks and improve opportunities in enhancing the stakeholder value.
Organization’s commitment towards ethics and integrity and its importance in creating a controlled environment within the organization.
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Which of the following is not an underlying principle related to risk assessment?
OA. The organization should have clear objectives in order to be able to identify and assess the risks relating to
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OB. The organization should monitor changes that could impact internal controls.
OC. The organization should consider the potential for fraudulent behavior.
OD. The auditors should determine how the company's risks should be managed.
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Reasonable assurance
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a. Evaluating the effectiveness of the client's internal control in preventing or detecting misstatements.
b. Obtaining an understanding of the client's business and industry.
c. Acknowledging that the risk of failing to detect a material misstatement cannot be reduced to zero.
d. Obtaining confirmations from the client's customers as to the ending balances in accounts receivable.
e. Preparing a written audit plan.
f.
Designing audit procedures to identify misstatements that would have a significant effect on financial
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g. Considering the likelihood that the account balance contains a material…
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