An Internal Auditor Who Had Been Supervisor of the Accounts

question 25

Multiple Choice

An internal auditor who had been supervisor of the accounts payable section should not audit that section:

• A)until enough time has elapsed to allow the new supervisor to influence the system of controls over accounts payable.
• B)because there is no way to measure a reasonable period of time in which to establish independence.
• C)until it is clear that the new supervisor has assumed the responsibilities.
• D)until after the next annual review of the external auditors.

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Definitions:

Real Objections

Real objections are genuine concerns or issues raised by a customer or client that can impact their decision to make a purchase or engage in a service.

Purchase

The act of buying goods, services, or property for money or its equivalent.

Close

The stage in the sales process where a salesperson attempts to secure a commitment or agreement from the prospect to make a purchase.

Secondary

Pertaining to a second level or tier in importance, order, or rank.