If a Program to Be Subjected to a Performance Audit

question 3

Multiple Choice

If a program to be subjected to a performance audit lacks clearly defined objectives, what can the auditor do?

• A) Decline the audit until the entity defines its objectives.
• B) Personally discern the objectives based on the auditor's opinion.
• C) Examine the legislation to see if the legislation articulated the goals and objectives of the program.
• D) Create a list of goals and objectives.

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Definitions:

Fulfillment

The achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted; satisfaction or realization of a need or desire.

Wish

A desire or hope for something to happen or be the case, often without an expectation of actual realization.

Rapid Eye Movements

Quick movements of the eyes that occur during certain stages of sleep, particularly REM sleep, which is associated with dreaming.

Contradictory Information

refers to data or statements that are in direct opposition to each other, making it impossible for both to be true at the same time.