The Most Vital Control in Preventing Unauthorized Changes to the Payroll

question 19

Multiple Choice

The most vital control in preventing unauthorized changes to the payroll master file is

• A)segregation of duties between the preparation of paychecks and their review.
• B)segregation of duties between the preparation of paychecks and their distribution.
• C)segregation of duties between the authorization of changes and the physical handling of paychecks.
• D)having the controller closely review and then approve any changes to the master file.

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