Which of the Following Procedures Is the Least Useful Analytical

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following procedures is the least useful analytical procedure to indicate that further audit work needs to be performed before rendering the audit opinion?

• A)Developing a common-size analysis.
• B)Analyzing the dollar and percentage changes in each income statement item over the previous year.
• C)Comparing current earnings per share with earnings per share of the client's primary competitor.
• D)Developing a ratio analysis.

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Definitions:

Patent Amortization

The gradual write-off of the cost of a patent over its useful life to reflect its consumption, expiration, or decline in value.

Franchise Acquisition

The process of acquiring the rights to operate a business under an established company's brand and system.

Research And Development

Activities related to the innovation, improvement, or development of products or processes.

Straight-Line Depreciation

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life in a linear fashion.