Which of the Following Procedures Relating to the Examination of Accounts

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following procedures relating to the examination of accounts payable could the auditor delegate entirely to the client's employees?

• A) Test footings in the accounts payable ledger.
• B) Reconcile unpaid invoices to vendors' statements.
• C) Prepare a schedule of accounts payable.
• D) Mail confirmations for selected account balances.

Distinguish between extraordinary items and regular operational items in income statements.

Calculate retained earnings adjustments and the impact of errors in previous financial statements.

Understand the requirements and components of the statement of cash flows.

Differentiate between various approaches to reporting financial performance and position.

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