The Term "Safeguard," as It Used in Determining Auditor Independence,refers

question 3

Multiple Choice

The term "safeguard," as it used in determining auditor independence,refers to:

• A) Actions or other preventative measures that reduce threats to auditor independence to an acceptable level
• B) Actions or other preventative measures that eliminate all known threats to auditor independence
• C) Actions or other preventative measures that eliminate all threats, known and unknown, to auditor independence
• D) Actions taken by a client to protect confidential information from subsequent disclosure by an audit team

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Definitions:

Tenting

A technique to assess skin turgor by pinching the skin to see if it "tents" or stands up, indicating dehydration.

Clubbing

A physical deformity of the fingers or toes, often indicative of underlying diseases such as lung disorders.

Long-Term Hypoxia

A prolonged state of inadequate oxygen supply to the body or a region of the body, which can cause tissue damage and other health issues.

Capillary Refill

A quick test to assess blood circulation where pressure is applied to a nail or skin to see how fast color returns, indicating capillary efficiency.