While Substantive Procedures May Support the Accuracy of Underlying Records

question 45

Multiple Choice

While substantive procedures may support the accuracy of underlying records, these tests frequently provide no affirmative evidence of segregation of duties because:

• A)substantive procedures rarely guarantee the accuracy of the records if only a sample of the transactions has been tested.
• B)the records may be accurate even though they are maintained by persons having incompatible functions.
• C)substantive procedures relate to the entire period under audit, but compliance tests ordinarily are confined to the period during which the auditor is on the entity's premises.
• D)many computerized procedures leave no audit trail of who performed them, so substantive procedures may necessarily be limited to inquiries and observation of office personnel.

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Definitions:

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual refuses to accept reality or facts, thereby avoiding a potentially distressing truth.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism in which controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation.

Active Effort

The deliberate and purposeful exertion of energy towards achieving specific goals or tasks.

Repression

A defense mechanism where distressing thoughts, memories, or desires are unconsciously blocked from conscious awareness.