In Auditing Accounts Receivable, the Negative Form of Confirmation Request

question 86

Multiple Choice

In auditing accounts receivable, the negative form of confirmation request most likely would be used when:

• A)recipients are likely to return positive confirmation requests without verifying the accuracy of the information.
• B)the combined assessed level of inherent and control risk relative to accounts receivable is low.
• C)a small number of accounts receivable are involved but a relatively large number of errors are expected.
• D)the auditor performs a dual purpose test that assesses control risk and obtains substantive evidence.

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Definitions:

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the short-term liquidity and operational efficiency of the business.

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the short-term financial health and operational efficiency of a business.

Day-To-Day Basis

Refers to activities or operations that are performed on a daily basis, signifying regular, everyday tasks or duties.

EOQ

Economic Order Quantity, a formula used by businesses to determine the optimum order quantity that minimizes both ordering and holding costs.