There Are Eight Types of Audit Evidence: Physical Examination, Confirmation

question 46

Essay

There are eight types of audit evidence: physical examination, confirmation, inspection, observation, inquiries of the client, reperformance, analytical procedures, and recalculation. For each of the following types of audit tests, indicate the type(s) of evidence that can be obtained through the test: (1) tests of controls, (2) substantive tests of transactions, (3) analytical procedures, and (4) tests of details of balances.

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Comprehend the concept of fiduciary duties within various business relationships.

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Understand the processes and legal requirements for establishing different business entities.

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