Although Not a Generally Accepted Practice by Most Audit Organizations

question 18

Multiple Choice

Although not a generally accepted practice by most audit organizations, some may not comply with audit standards and call the final product reviews or studies. The entire following are some specific examples where standards may not be used EXCEPT:

• A) An "assignment" may have an extremely short deadline, making it virtually impossible to comply with all appropriate audit standards.
• B) The organization doesn't follow the audit standards.
• C) Assignments that are strictly tied to compliance with contract terms, regulations, or grant requirements.
• D) The requesting body (legislature, for example) may not want standards to be applied to the assignment.

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Definitions:

Wiretap Act

U.S. legislation that prohibits the unauthorized interception or recording of wire, oral, and electronic communications.

Hacking

The unauthorized access to or control over computer network security systems for some illicit purpose.

Involuntary Manslaughter

A legal term for unintentionally causing another person's death, without malice aforethought, typically due to reckless or negligent behavior.

Intoxicated

A state of being affected by alcohol or drugs to a degree that impairs one's judgment, movement, and perception.