The Primary Purpose for Obtaining an Understanding of the Entity's

question 55

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose for obtaining an understanding of the entity's environment (including its internal control) in a financial statement audit is

• A) To determine the nature, timing, and extent of substantive procedures to be performed.
• B) To make consulting suggestions to the management.
• C) To obtain direct sufficient appropriate audit evidence to afford a reasonable basis for an opinion on the financial statements.
• D) To determine whether the entity has changed any accounting principles.

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Definitions:

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