What Action Should an Auditor Take If an Auditee Responds

question 74

Multiple Choice

What action should an auditor take if an auditee responds to a procedural noncompliance by stating that the procedure conflicts with a written company policy?

• A) Close out the corrective action request.
• B) Notify the auditee to comply with the procedure.
• C) Void the noncompliance.
• D) Request that the auditee resolve the conflict.

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