Which of the Following Is a Compensating Control for a Lack

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a compensating control for a lack of segregation of duties in a small business environment?

• A) Collusion between an accountant and cashier.
• B) Active involvement and oversight by the owner.
• C) Cumulative access and authority of a super-user.
• D) Requirement for an annual physical inventory count.

---

Definitions:

Progesterone

A hormone produced in the ovaries, placenta (during pregnancy), and adrenal glands, important for regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.

Estrone

A weak estrogen hormone produced by the ovaries and important for female reproductive health.

Adrenaline

A hormone also known as epinephrine that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism, released in response to stress.

Hypergonadism

A condition characterized by excessive activity of the gonads, leading to an overproduction of hormones and, in some cases, early onset of puberty or fertility issues.