Question 1 ( Evidence is defined as any information used by the auditor to determine whether the quantitative information being audited is stated in accordance with the established criteria. Required: a) Explain TWO (2) characteristics to determine the reliability of audit evidence. b) Discuss TWO (2) audit procedures to ensure sufficiency of audit evidence by providing ONE (1) example each.

Question 1 ( Evidence is defined as any information used by the auditor to determine whether the quantitative information being audited is stated in accordance with the established criteria. Required: a) Explain TWO (2) characteristics to determine the reliability of audit evidence. b) Discuss TWO (2) audit procedures to ensure sufficiency of audit evidence by providing ONE (1) example each.

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

Chapter6: A Framework For Audit Evidence

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