Auditing Mcqs

The degree of effectiveness of an internal control system depends on:
  • (A)  The design of the internal control system and the implementation of the controls
  • (B)  The design of the internal controls and the implementation of the control system
  • (C)  The implementation of the controls and the correctness of the accounting records
  • (D)  The design of the internal control system and the correctness of the accounting records
Which of the following describes sampling risk?
  • (A)  The risk of the auditor carrying out a test the wrong way round
  • (B)  The risk of reliance on unsuitable audit evidence
  • (C)  The risk that the sample does not reflect the population
  • (D)  The risk of the auditor reaching the wrong conclusions from testing
Which one of the following is NOT considered to be part of planning?
  • (A)  Background i.e. industry
  • (B)  Previous year’s audit i.e. any qualifications in the report
  • (C)  Considering the work to be done by the client staff e.g. internal audit
  • (D)  Considering whether the financial statements show a true and fair view