The Auditor Has a Balance-Related Audit Objective to Determine That

question 119

Multiple Choice

The auditor has a balance-related audit objective to determine that accounts receivable are appropriately aggregated, and related financial statement disclosures are relevant and understandable. Which of the following audit procedures would the auditor not perform in connection with this audit objective?

• A) Trace receivables from related parties on the aged trial balance to proper disclosure in the footnotes to the financial statements.
• B) Read footnote disclosures made by management related to accounts receivable.
• C) Evaluate footnote disclosures made by management for related party receivables.
• D) Use audit software to foot and cross-foot the aged accounts receivable trial balance.

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Definitions:

Department Income Statement

This financial statement measures the revenue, expenses, and net income of a specific department within a company, showcasing its financial performance.

Controllable Cost

Expenses that can be directly managed or influenced by a particular manager or department within a company.

Equipment Depreciation

Equipment depreciation is the process of allocating the cost of physical equipment over its useful life, reflecting wear and tear or obsolescence.

Allocating Expenses

The process of assigning costs to the appropriate department, project, or product, often based on their use or benefit derived.