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 8, Problem 28.3MCQ
To determine
Identify the circumstances under which an auditor of an issuer would be least likely to reevaluate established materiality levels.
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If the auditor verifies a debtor’s account balance, which is comprised of a number of transactions, at the end of the financial period by sending a debtor’s confirmation request, this is an example of a
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substantive test of transactions
B.
test of controls
C.
substantive analytical procedure
D.
substantive test of balances
Before issuing a report on the compilation of
financial statements of a non-public entity,
the accountant should:
a. Apply analytical procedures to selected
financial data to discover any material
misstatements.
b. Corroborate at least a sample of the
assertions management has embodied in the
financial
statements.
c. Inquire of the client's personnel whether
the financial statements omit substantially all
disclosures.
d. Read the financial statements to consider
whether the financial statements are free
from obvious material errors.
Which of the following statements would most likely appear in an auditor's engagement letter?
a.
Fees for our services are based on our regular per diem rates, plus travel and other out-of-pocket expenses.
b.
The auditor's preliminary assessment of the risk factors relating to misstatements arising from fraudulent financial reporting.
c.
A reminder that management is responsible for illegal acts committed by employees.
d.
After performing our preliminary analytical procedures, we will discuss with you the other procedures we consider necessary to complete the engagement.
e.
Required evidence is needed to issue a qualified opinion.
Chapter 8 Solutions
Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
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