Which of the Following Would Be Considered a Performance Audit

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered a performance audit under the Government Auditing Standards?

• A) An investigation into whether a purchasing department of a government was operated efficiently.
• B) An investigation into whether a social service agency of a state government improved the lives of its clients.
• C) Both of the above.
• D) Neither of the above.

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Definitions:

Dependent Relationship

A type of relationship where one variable is influenced or determined by another variable.

Potential

An individual's or object's capacity to develop, achieve, or succeed in the future, often unrealized but possible.

Stage Drama

A form of theatrical performance where actors portray characters in a story through actions, dialogues, and movements on a stage in front of an audience.

Mental Health

A state of well-being in which the individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to their community.