Which of the Following Statements Is Not True Concerning Assurance

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true concerning assurance services?

• A) The growth in assurance services has been driven in part by users' demands for more relevant information.
• B) Assurance services focus on improving the quality of information or its context, for decision makers.
• C) Unlike audit and attestation engagements, an engagement to perform assurance services does not require the CPA to consider information reliability.
• D) Auditing and attestation services can be viewed as subsets of assurance services since there is overlap in their objectives.

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Recognize the strengths and weaknesses of various performance evaluation approaches, including critical incident method and balanced scorecard.

Understand how performance is a function of ability, motivation, and environment.

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Definitions:

Internet

A global network of computers that provides a wide range of information and communication facilities.

Social Skills

The abilities necessary for effective interpersonal interactions, including communication, empathy, and conflict resolution.

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A persistent and pervasive feeling of being alone and disconnected from others, regardless of the actual social situation, leading to significant distress.

External Causes

Factors outside of an individual's control that affect circumstances or health, such as environmental conditions or social situations.