Which of the Following Situations Most Likely Represents a Weakness

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations most likely represents a weakness in IT internal control?

• A)The accounts payable clerk prepares data for computer processing and enters the data into the computer.
• B)The systems analyst reviews output and controls the distribution of output from the IT department.
• C)The control clerk establishes control over data received by the IT department and reconciles control totals after processing.
• D)The systems programmer designs the operating and control functions of programs and participates in testing operating systems.

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Definitions:

Guideline

A rule or piece of advice that suggests how something should be done or what actions are most likely to achieve a specific goal.

Policy

A deliberate system of principles to guide decisions and achieve rational outcomes.

Activity

Any action or task undertaken by individuals or groups, often aimed at achieving a specific goal or outcome.

Centralization

Refers to the concentration of decision-making authority at the top levels of an organizational hierarchy.