When Considering Internal Control, an Auditor Should Be Aware of Reasonable

question 8

Short Answer

When considering internal control, an auditor should be aware of reasonable assurance, which recognizes that
A. Internal control may be ineffective due to mistakes in judgment and personal carelessness.
B. Adequate safeguards over access to assets and records should permit an entity to maintain proper accountability.
C. Establishing and maintaining internal control is an important responsibility of management.
D. The cost of an entity's internal control should not exceed the benefits expected to be derived.

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Definitions:

Auction With Reserve

An auction at which the auctioneer has the right to withdraw goods and not sell them if acceptable bids are not made.

Enforced Auction

A legal process where items are sold to satisfy debts owned by their owner.

Firm Offer

In contract law, an offer that is expressly made irrevocable for a specified period of time by the offeror.

Merchant

An individual or company involved in wholesale or retail trade, especially one dealing with goods, services, or commodities for profit.