"Use of Comparisons and Relationships to Determine Whether Account Balances

question 4

Multiple Choice

"Use of comparisons and relationships to determine whether account balances or other data appear reasonable" is a definition of

• A)auditing.
• B)tests of balances.
• C)tests of controls.
• D)analytical procedures.

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Definitions:

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

A prediction that directly or indirectly causes itself to become true due to the feedback between belief and behavior.

Projection

A defense mechanism in psychology where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.

Attributions

Explanations or reasons individuals give for the behaviors or outcomes, whether attributing them to internal dispositions or external circumstances.

Behavior

The actions, conduct, or response of an individual or group towards stimuli or in various situations.