Which of the Following Types of Documentary Evidence Should the Auditor

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of documentary evidence should the auditor consider to be the most reliable?

• A)A sales invoice issued by the entity and supported by a delivery receipt from an outside trucker.
• B)Confirmation of an account payable balance mailed by and returned directly to the auditor.
• C)A check issued by the company and bearing the payee's endorsement that is included with the bank statement mailed directly to the auditor.
• D)A working paper prepared by the entity's controller and reviewed by the entity's treasurer.

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