When Testing Manual or Automated Controls

question 47

Multiple Choice

When testing manual or automated controls,

• A) automated controls are always subject to random error or manipulation.
• B) automated controls cannot be altered by making a change to the software application.
• C) when there are effective general controls and automated application controls, the auditor will need to select a larger sample size of transactions to verify.
• D) the extent of testing depends on whether it is a manual or automated control.

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