An Auditor Is Selecting Vouchers for Testing an Entity's Internal

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An auditor is selecting vouchers for testing an entity's internal control activities related to the proper approval of vouchers before checks are prepared. The auditor is matching random numbers with voucher numbers to determine which vouchers to inspect. If a random number matches a voided voucher, that voucher ordinarily would be replaced by another voucher in the random sample if the voided voucher:

• A) Cannot be located in the voucher file.
• B) Represents a dollar amount that is material.
• C) Indicates a deviation from the prescribed activity.
• D) Has been properly voided.

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Definitions:

Merchandise Inventory

Goods or stock that a retailer, wholesaler, or distributor holds for the purpose of resale to customers.

Sales Returns

Transactions where customers return previously purchased merchandise, leading to a refund or credit.

Selling Price

The price at which a good or service is offered to a buyer.

Perpetual Inventory System

An inventory accounting system where updates are made continuously as transactions occur, providing a real-time inventory level.