Loose-leaf For Auditing & Assurance Services: A Systematic Approach
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Author: William F Messier Jr, Steven M Glover Associate Professor, Douglas F Prawitt Associate Professor
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Chapter 7, Problem 7.19MCQ
To determine
Concept Introduction:
Analytical procedure is applied to compare the trend of financial item. This procedure helps the auditor to identify the material variances and audit areas that need special considerations. The audit uses technical or non technical methods to perform this analysis.
To choose: the correct statement about internal controls.
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