Which of the Following Does Not meet the Definition of an External

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not meet the definition of an external confirmation in the context of accounts receivable?

• A)Fax responses.
• B)Oral responses obtained by the auditor through a telephone call.
• C)Written responses to negative confirmation requests.
• D)Written response to confirmations sent out without balances due.

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Definitions:

Conditioned Response

A learned reaction to a previously neutral stimulus, obtained through repeated association with an unconditioned stimulus.

Biologically Primed

The concept that certain behaviors or responses are innately predisposed due to evolutionary history.

Acquired Fears

Fears that are developed after birth as a result of personal experiences or learning, rather than being innate.

Behavior Modification

A therapeutic approach that seeks to change undesirable behaviors through the use of reinforcement and punishment.