Why Do Auditors and Systems Analysts Use Systems Documentation

question 50

Multiple Choice

Why do auditors and systems analysts use systems documentation?

• A) to understand, explain, and improve complex systems
• B) only to provide justification to management for systems investments
• C) to reduce the number and amount of external entities
• D) to eliminate evidence to be collected

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Definitions:

Valid Contract

A contract that results when the elements necessary for contract formation (agreement, consideration, contractual capacity, and legality) are present.

Unilateral Contract

A contract that results when an offer can be accepted only by the offeree’s performance.

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A ticket purchased for the chance to win prizes in a lottery, typically involving the selection of numbers for a potential cash or goods award.

Lacks Voluntary Consent

A situation where agreement or permission is given under duress, coercion, or misinformation, undermining the validity of a contract or decision.