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Introduction:
Non-statistical sampling test of control: The difference between non-statistical and statistical sampling is mainly in the selection of
Under the non-statistical sampling method, the sample size is determined based on personal experience and knowledge of the auditor and guidance in audit firm policy. All the major available sample selection methods can be used for selection of sample.
The amount of allowance for sampling risk included in the computed upper deviation rate of 7.8%
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Introduction:
Non-statistical sampling test of control: The difference between non-statistical and statistical sampling is mainly in the selection of sample size and calculating the computed upper deviation rate.
Under the non-statistical sampling method, the sample size is determined based on personal experience and knowledge of the auditor and guidance in audit firm policy. All the major available sample selection methods can be used for selection of sample.
The justification of an increase in sample size, increase or adjustment in the preliminary assessment of control risk
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