Auditors May Decide to Replace Tests of Details with Analytical

question 44

Multiple Choice

Auditors may decide to replace tests of details with analytical procedures when possible because the

• A) analytical procedures are more reliable.
• B) analytical procedures are considerably less expensive.
• C) analytical procedures are more persuasive.
• D) tests of details are more difficult to interpret.

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Definitions:

Internal Rate

Internal Rate, often referred to as Internal Rate of Return (IRR), is the discount rate that makes the net present value (NPV) of all cash flows from a particular project zero.

Initial Investment

The amount of money spent to start a project, purchase assets, or acquire a business.

Net Cash Inflow

The amount of cash that a company generates from its operational, investment, and financing activities, after accounting for cash outflows.

Payback Period

The time required for an investment to generate cash flows sufficient to recoup the initial investment cost.