Which of the Following Statements Concerning Auditing in the Public

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning auditing in the public sector is correct?

• A) The Auditor-General only conducts financial report audits in the public sector.
• B) Private sector auditors may conduct audits in the public sector as a delegate of the Auditor-General.
• C) The Auditor-General is appointed by the government.
• D) None of the options listed here are correct.

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