Which of the Following Types of Audit Evidence Is the Least

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of audit evidence is the least reliable?

• A)Evidence from the client's organization.
• B)Evidence derived from a well-controlled system.
• C)Evidence from independent outside sources.
• D)Original documents.

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Definitions:

Stock Market

A public market for the trading of company stock and derivatives at an agreed-upon price; it's a key economic indicator and a measure of a nation's economic strength.

Discount Rate

The interest rate used to discount future cash flows to their present value, often reflective of the cost of capital or rate of return required.

Beta

A measure of a stock's volatility in relation to the overall market. A beta greater than 1 indicates a stock is more volatile than the market, while a beta less than 1 suggests it is less volatile.

Risk-Free Rate

The anticipated financial gain from an investment devoid of any risk, frequently indicated by the yields of government bonds.