For Which of the Following Audit Tests Is an Auditor

question 31

Multiple Choice

For which of the following audit tests is an auditor most likely to use attribute sampling?

• A)Making an independent estimate of the amount of a FIFO inventory.
• B)Examining invoices in support of the valuation of fixed asset additions.
• C)Selecting accounts receivable for confirmation of account balances.
• D)Inspecting employee time cards for proper approval by supervisors.

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Definitions:

Conversion Cost

The combined total of labor and manufacturing overhead costs necessary to convert raw materials into finished products.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly traced to the manufacturing of a product in terms of cost and physical presence.

FIFO Method

An inventory valuation method where the first items added to inventory are considered the first sold.

Conversion Costs

Costs incurred to convert raw materials into finished products, including both direct labor and manufacturing overhead expenses.