An Auditor Can Reduce the Impact of Variability by Using

question 47

Multiple Choice

An auditor can reduce the impact of variability by using _______.

• A)indemnification
• B)stratification
• C)a variety of statistical techniques
• D)a variety of non-statistical techniques

Assess the limitations of comparing basic earnings per share across companies and industries.

Analyze financial statements using horizontal analysis, including the calculation of changes over periods.

Conduct intracompany, intercompany, and industry comparisons of financial data to evaluate company performance.

Apply vertical analysis to interpret the relative size of financial statement items.

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Definitions:

Enculturation

The process by which an individual learns the values, norms, customs, and social practices of their culture through socialization.

Subcultures

Cultural groups within a larger culture, often with beliefs or interests at variance with those of the larger culture.

Symbols

Objects, signs, or emblems that represent or stand for something else, often communicating complex ideas, concepts, or values.

Ethnic Group

A community of people who share a common cultural background, ancestry, language, history, and often, geographic origin.