It Is Frequently Possible to Test the Physical Inventory Prior

question 57

Multiple Choice

It is frequently possible to test the physical inventory prior to the balance sheet date when:

• A)there are accurate perpetual inventory master files.
• B)year-end sales are small.
• C)the internal control system is no better at year-end than at an earlier point in time.
• D)the client counts inventory at interim dates.

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