Audit Reporting Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge

Question 1

Which of the following is a key component of an unqualified audit report?

Accepted Answer

The financial statements fairly present, in all material respects, the financial position

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The financial statements are fairly presented, but there are some uncertainties

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The financial statements are not fairly presented

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The auditor has insufficient evidence to express an opinion

Question 2

When an auditor issues a qualified audit opinion, it means that:

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The financial statements are fairly presented, but there are some uncertainties

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The financial statements are materially misstated

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The auditor has insufficient evidence to express an opinion

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The auditor disagrees with management's accounting policies

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of an audit trail?

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To trace transactions from the financial statements to the underlying documentation

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To prevent unauthorized access to financial records

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To ensure the accuracy of the financial statements

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To identify potential fraud risks

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of an internal audit function?

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Lower external audit fees

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Improved financial reporting

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Reduced risk of fraud

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Increased operational efficiency

Question 5

An auditor issues an audit report expressing an unqualified opinion on a set of financial statements. What does this mean?

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The auditor has enough evidence to conclude that the financial statements are accurate.

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The auditor believes the financial statements are materially misstated.

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The auditor has enough evidence to conclude that the financial statements are accurate, except for a minor error.

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of an unqualified audit report?

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To express the auditor's opinion that the financial statements are fairly presented in all material respects.

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To express the auditor's opinion that the financial statements are materially misstated.

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To provide management with recommendations for improving internal controls.

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To disclose significant uncertainties about the entity's ability to continue as a going concern.

Question 7

Which of the following is a common reason for issuing a going concern opinion?

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Significant doubt about the entity's ability to continue as a going concern for the foreseeable future.

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Material misstatement in the financial statements.

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Disagreement with management over the classification of a liability.

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Limitation on the scope of the audit.

Question 8

How does an adverse opinion differ from a disclaimer of opinion?

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An adverse opinion states that the financial statements are materially misstated, while a disclaimer of opinion states that the auditor is unable to form an opinion

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A disclaimer of opinion states that the financial statements are materially misstated, while an adverse opinion states that the auditor is unable to form an opinion

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An adverse opinion is more serious than a disclaimer of opinion

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There is no difference between an adverse opinion and a disclaimer of opinion

Question 9

The primary purpose of an audit report is to:

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Provide an opinion on the fairness of the financial statements

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Recommend improvements to internal control procedures

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Summarize the audit findings for various stakeholders

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Detect fraud and errors within the financial records

Question 10

An unqualified opinion in an audit report indicates that the auditor:

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Has no significant disagreements with the financial statements

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Has identified material misstatements requiring adjustment

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Is unable to form an opinion due to insufficient evidence

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Believes the financial statements are materially misstated

Question 11

Which of the following is a key responsibility of an auditor when issuing an audit report?

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Rendering an opinion on the financial statements

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Performing analytical procedures on financial data

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Evaluating the effectiveness of the client's internal controls

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Preparing the financial statements for the client

Question 12

Analytical procedures in auditing primarily serve to:

Accepted Answer

Identify potential misstatements in the financial statements

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Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls

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Obtain conclusive evidence about the accuracy of the financial statements

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Communicate audit results to management

Question 13

A material misstatement differs from an immaterial misstatement in that:

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It is likely to influence the decisions of financial statement users

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It is intentional, while immaterial misstatements are unintentional

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It affects the financial statements as a whole, while immaterial misstatements affect specific accounts

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There is no difference between material and immaterial misstatements

Question 14

What is the main purpose of an unqualified audit opinion on financial statements?

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To indicate that the financial statements are presented fairly according to the relevant financial reporting framework

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To raise significant concerns about the accuracy of the financial statements

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To guarantee that the financial statements are entirely free of material misstatements

Question 15

When issuing a qualified audit opinion, what specific action must the auditor take?

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Include a separate paragraph explaining the reason for the qualification.

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State that the financial statements are materially misstated.

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Express substantial doubt about the financial statements.

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Refuse to issue an opinion due to insufficient evidence.

Question 16

The auditor's primary responsibility in issuing an audit report is to?

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Provide assurance that the financial statements are free from material misstatement

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Detect fraud

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Evaluate the effectiveness of the client's internal control system

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Improve the efficiency of the client's internal control system

Question 17

A key element of an audit opinion is the auditor's:

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Conclusions about the fairness of the financial statements

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Assessment of the risk of material misstatement

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Recommendations for improving the client's internal control system

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Description of the procedures performed

Question 18

Compared to an audit, a review provides:

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A less time-consuming process

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A higher level of assurance

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A more comprehensive examination

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No difference in assurance level

Question 19

What is the purpose of an unqualified opinion?

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To express that the financial statements are fairly presented in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework.

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To express that the auditor has not obtained sufficient appropriate evidence to express an opinion.

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To express that the financial statements are materially misstated.

Question 20

What is the responsibility of the auditor in issuing an audit report?

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To express an opinion on the fairness of the financial statements based on their assessment of the evidence obtained during the audit.

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To detect all fraud and errors.

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To guarantee the accuracy of the financial statements.

Question 21

What is the purpose of a management letter?

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To communicate management's responsibilities and the auditor's findings and recommendations to improve the entity's internal control and financial reporting.

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To express the auditor's opinion on the financial statements.

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To provide a detailed description of the audit procedures performed.

Question 22

What is the difference between an unqualified opinion and a qualified opinion?

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An unqualified opinion expresses a positive opinion on the fairness of the financial statements, while a qualified opinion expresses a positive opinion but with a limitation or exception.

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An unqualified opinion is issued when the financial statements are materially misstated, while a qualified opinion is issued when the financial statements are fairly presented.

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An unqualified opinion is issued when the auditor has obtained sufficient appropriate evidence, while a qualified opinion is issued when the auditor has not obtained sufficient appropriate evidence.

Question 23

What is an adverse opinion?

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An expression of a negative opinion on the fairness of the financial statements.

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An expression of a qualified opinion on the fairness of the financial statements.

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An expression of a positive opinion on the fairness of the financial statements.

Question 24

What are the consequences of issuing an adverse opinion?

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It may damage the credibility of the entity and its management, and may make it more difficult for the entity to obtain financing.

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It may lead to legal action against the auditor.

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It may result in the auditor being banned from practicing.

Question 25

What is the role of the audit committee in the audit reporting process?

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To review the audit report and make recommendations to the board of directors on whether to accept it.

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To issue the audit report.

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To perform the audit procedures.

Question 26

What are the ethical considerations for auditors in issuing audit reports?

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They must be independent, objective, and professional.

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They must be loyal to the client.

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They must always issue an unqualified opinion.

Question 27

The principal purpose of an audit report is to:

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Convey the auditor's opinion on the fairness of the financial statements

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Provide suggestions for improving internal controls

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Offer assurance on all accounting transactions

Question 28

Which type of audit opinion is issued when the auditor finds the financial statements to be accurate and reliable?

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Unqualified opinion

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Adverse opinion

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Disclaimer of opinion

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Qualified opinion

Question 29

The auditor's primary responsibility in issuing an audit report is to:

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Express an opinion on the fairness of the financial statements

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Certify the accuracy of all accounting records

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Uncover all instances of fraud or error

Question 30

The purpose of a management letter is to:

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Communicate management's responsibilities and the audit findings

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Document all internal control deficiencies

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Provide detailed accounting guidance to management

Question 31

A qualified opinion is issued when:

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The auditor has reservations about a specific aspect of the financial statements

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The auditor lacks sufficient evidence

Question 32

The distinction between an adverse opinion and a disclaimer of opinion is that:

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An adverse opinion indicates material misstatements, while a disclaimer of opinion indicates the auditor's inability to form an opinion

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An adverse opinion is issued for suspected fraud, while a disclaimer of opinion is issued for insufficient evidence

Question 33

The auditor's responsibility regarding subsequent events is to:

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Assess whether subsequent events impact the financial statements

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Perform additional audit procedures for events after the balance sheet date

Question 34

A comfort letter provides:

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Limited assurance on financial information included in a prospectus

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Management's responsibilities for the financial statements

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A substitute for an audit report

Question 35

A key element of internal control is:

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Control activities

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Risk assessment

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Financial reporting

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External audit

Question 36

The primary objective of an audit report is to:

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Communicate the auditor's opinion on the fairness of the financial statements

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Provide assurance on the accuracy of the accounting records

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Identify all material misstatements in the financial statements

Question 37

When the auditor believes the financial statements are materially misstated, which type of audit report is issued?

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Adverse opinion

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Qualified opinion

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Disclaimer of opinion

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Unqualified opinion

Question 38

What is the purpose of a management letter?

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Communicate matters that are of interest to management but not required to be included in the audit report

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Provide assurance on the adequacy of the accounting records

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the auditor when issuing an audit report?

Accepted Answer

Provide recommendations on improving the business's efficiency

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Express an opinion on the fairness of the financial statements

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Report on the results of the audit procedures performed

Question 40

When the auditor is unable to form an opinion due to lack of sufficient appropriate evidence, which type of audit report is issued?

Accepted Answer

Disclaimer of opinion

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Adverse opinion

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Unqualified opinion

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Qualified opinion

Question 41

Which of the following is the key difference between an adverse opinion and a disclaimer of opinion?

Accepted Answer

An adverse opinion indicates material misstatements in the financial statements, while a disclaimer of opinion does not express an opinion due to insufficient evidence

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An adverse opinion is issued when the auditor disagrees with management's accounting treatment, while a disclaimer of opinion is issued when there is a limitation on the scope of the audit

Question 42

The subsequent events procedures are performed to:

Accepted Answer

Identify events that may require adjustment or disclosure in the financial statements

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Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting

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Test the accuracy of the accounting records

Question 43

Which of the following is a key audit procedure for testing the existence of inventory?

Accepted Answer

Observing the physical inventory count

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Reviewing the inventory turnover ratios

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Testing the inventory costing methods

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Confirming the inventory balances with the suppliers

Question 44

The primary purpose of internal control over financial reporting is to provide:

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Reasonable assurance that the financial statements are reliable, accurate, and complete

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Guarantee that the business is operating efficiently

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Complete prevention of fraud and error

Question 45

The auditor's primary responsibility in issuing an audit report is to:

Accepted Answer

Express an opinion on the fairness of the financial statements

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Detect and prevent fraud

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Provide assurance that the financial statements are free from error

Question 46

The purpose of a management letter is to communicate:

Accepted Answer

Management's responsibilities for the financial statements and the internal control system

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The auditor's opinion on the financial statements

Question 47

Which of the following is included in the auditor's report but not in the financial statements?

Accepted Answer

A description of the scope of the audit

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Statement of cash flows

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Balance sheet

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Income statement

Question 48

The standard form of an auditor's report is:

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Unmodified

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Qualified

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Disclaimer

Question 49

The primary purpose of internal control is to provide:

Accepted Answer

Reasonable assurance that the financial statements are free from material misstatement

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Improvement of the efficiency of the accounting system

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Prevention of fraud

Question 50

The purpose of an audit risk assessment is to:

Accepted Answer

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement in the financial statements

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Provide assurance that the financial statements are free from material misstatement

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Detect and prevent fraud