Calculating the Gross Margin for the Current Audit Year as a Percent

question 94

Multiple Choice

Calculating the gross margin for the current audit year as a percent of sales and comparing it with previous years is what type of evidence?

• A) physical examination
• B) analytical procedures
• C) observation
• D) inquiry

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