Which of the Following Is a Difference Between an External

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between an external auditor and a forensic accountant?

• A) An external auditor captures and records all economic transactions of the organization, whereas a forensic accountant ensures compliance with policy and procedures.
• B) An external auditor manages the organization's accounting and internal control system, whereas a forensic accountant validates effectiveness of controls in various processes or areas of the organization.
• C) An external auditor adds credibility to reported financial information, whereas a forensic accountant provides assurance that management is adequately identifying and mitigating risks.
• D) An external auditor forms an opinion on the overall financial statements taken as a whole, whereas a forensic accountant addresses a specific question/issue.

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Definitions:

Hyperpnea

Increased depth and rate of breathing, usually in response to physical activity or a specific physiological demand.

Cricoid Cartilage

A ring-shaped cartilage found at the base of the larynx (voice box) and is important for maintaining an open airway.

Largest Cartilage

Refers to the thyroid cartilage, the largest cartilage in the larynx, which plays a crucial role in voice production.

Larynx

The voice box located in the throat, responsible for producing sound, protecting the airway during swallowing, and regulating breathing.