Which of the Following Is a Preventive Control

question 374

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a preventive control?

• A) Creating an audit trail.
• B) Placing controls on physical access to inventory.
• C) Reconciling purchase orders with approvals.
• D) Reviewing expense accounts for irregularities.

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