A governmental auditor assigned to audit the financial statements of the state highwaydepartment would not be considered independent if the auditora. Also held a position as a project manager in the highway department.b. Was the state audit official elected in a general statewide election with responsibility toreport to the legislature.c. Normally works as a state auditor employed in the department of human services.d. Was appointed by the state governor with responsibility to report to the legislature

A governmental auditor assigned to audit the financial statements of the state highwaydepartment would not be considered independent if the auditora. Also held a position as a project manager in the highway department.b. Was the state audit official elected in a general statewide election with responsibility toreport to the legislature.c. Normally works as a state auditor employed in the department of human services.d. Was appointed by the state governor with responsibility to report to the legislature

Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach to Conducting a Quality Audit

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305080577

Author:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Publisher:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Chapter14: Activities Required In Completing A Quality Audit

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