Which of the Following Is a Correct Statement Regarding Analytical

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a correct statement regarding analytical procedures?

• A) If an auditor identifies a possible misstatement in sales using analytical procedures, accounts payable will be the likely offsetting misstatement.
• B) Auditors should also compare the results of their analytical procedures to budgets and industry trends.
• C) If sales are overstated, the income statement will be incorrect, but the balance sheet will be correct.
• D) If an analytical procedure uncovers an unusual fluctuation, the auditor must assume fraud is involved.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

Any expenses related to the production process that are not direct materials or direct labor costs.

Direct Labor Hours

The total hours of work performed by employees directly involved in manufacturing goods or providing services.

Overhead Controllable Variance

The difference between the actual overhead incurred and the expected overhead based on a standard cost or budget, within management's control.

Actual Overhead Costs

The real costs incurred for overhead in a manufacturing or production process, as opposed to budgeted or estimated costs.