Auditors May Decide to Replace Tests of Details with Analytical

question 44

Multiple Choice

Auditors may decide to replace tests of details with analytical procedures when possible because the

• A) analytical procedures are more reliable.
• B) analytical procedures are considerably less expensive.
• C) analytical procedures are more persuasive.
• D) tests of details are more difficult to interpret.

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Definitions:

Notional Amount

The theoretical value used to calculate payments made in a financial derivative transaction, which might not involve any physical exchange of funds.

Matched Swap

A Matched Swap involves exchanging equal interest rate payments or cash flows between two parties to manage risk or improve financial performance.

Actual Loan Amount

The total sum of money borrowed by an individual or entity under the terms of a loan agreement.

Effective Interest Method

An accounting method for amortizing bond premiums or discounts that results in a constant rate of interest over the life of the bond.