Which of the Following Audit Procedures Is least Likely to Detect

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following audit procedures is least likely to detect an unrecorded liability?

• A)Analysis and recomputation of interest expense.
• B)Analysis and recomputation of depreciation expense.
• C)Mailing of a cash confirmation form.
• D)Reading of the minutes of meetings of the board of directors.

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Deductive Reasoning

A reasoning method where the outcome is derived from the agreement of several statements that are usually considered accurate.

Empirical Reasoning

A method of thought that involves making conclusions based on observed and verified evidence.

Ideological Reasoning

The process of thinking that is heavily influenced by a predetermined set of beliefs or ideology.

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