The Existence of Advanced Automated Systems Affects the Audit Process

question 8

Multiple Choice

The existence of advanced automated systems affects the audit process.Which of the following characteristics is an indicator of the presence of an advanced automated information system?

• A)custom-designed operational or strategic information systems
• B)use of packaged software to process sales both locally and across Canada
• C)use of customer relationship management systems to manage sales information
• D)numerically controlled equipment used in the manufacturing process

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