nternal control can only provide reasonable, not absolute, assurance of achieving entity control objectives. One of the factors limiting the likelihood of achieving those objectives is that A. The auditor's primary responsibility is the detection of fraud B. Management monitors internal control C. The cost of internal control should not exceed its benefits D.The board of directors is active and independent

One of the principles of internal control is "establishment of responsibility". This principle does not include: a. one person being responsible for one task. b. independent internal verification. c. authorisation of transactions. d. approval of transactions.

Audit committees have an essential role to play in ensuring the integrity and transparency of corporate reporting. Therefore, It would not be appropriate for the auditor to initiate a discussion with the audit committee concerning:   Select one:a. the extent to which change in the company's organisation will influence the scope of the audit.b. Details of potential problems that the auditor believes might cause a modified opinion. c. The extent to which the work of internal auditors will influence the scope of the audit.d. Details of the procedures that the auditor intends to apply.

What is the primary role of internal controls in managing a business? a.To ensure that the financial statements are presented in such a manner as to provide relevant and reliable information for financial statement decision makers and the company's creditors. b.To constrain subordinates' activities in order to prevent employees from deviating from the scope of their responsibilities and encourage them to act in the best interest of the business. c.To encourage theft and to ensure that segregation of duties does not take place. d.To prevent cash from being stolen.