Auditing And Assurance Services
17th Edition
ISBN: 9780134897431
Author: ARENS, Alvin A.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 17, Problem 23.3MCQ
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Identify advantage of using variables sampling rather than probability proportional to size (PPS) sampling.
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2. Which of the following is not true about the advantages of statistical sampling approach? *
A. The auditor is in a better position to calculate sampling risks.
B. Sample findings are evaluated in a more "scientific" way.
C. The sample is more efficiently designed.
D. The auditor is in a better position to control sampling risks.
E. None of them
An advantage of statistical sampling over nonstatistical sampling methods is that statistical methodsa. Afford more assurance than a nonstatistical sample of equal size.b. Provide an objective basis for quantitatively evaluating sampling risk.c. Can more easily convert the sample into a dual-purpose test useful for substantive procedures.d. Eliminate the need to use judgment in determining appropriate sample sizes
Which of the following is not an advantage of non-statistical sampling?
a) It allows an auditor to select a sample that they believe is appropriate.
b) It allows an auditor to measure sampling risk.
c) It is lower cost than statistical sampling.
d) It requires less staff training.
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- The primary benefit of using nonstatistical sampling is thata. It generally results in a smaller sample size.b. It removes the need to consider allowance for sampling risk.c. It is simpler to use.d. All of the above are true.arrow_forwardSampling, rather than surveying an entire population, can offer some substantial benefits. Some of those benefits include O eliminating the risk of error. O saving money and time. O obtaining less variability in the data set.arrow_forwardWhich one of the following is the main problem with using non-probability sampling technique? a. The expense b. The results are never representative c. Human judgement error d. Non co-operation of informants FAST PLIZarrow_forward
- A limitation of systematic random selection is that this methoda. Has a relatively low likelihood of yielding a representative sample.b. Results in a larger sample size than other selection methods.c. Can result in bypassing a number of items having similar characteristics.d. Cannot be used with statistical sampling plans.arrow_forwardIt is important to recognize that audit sampling may be constructed on a nonstatistical basis.If the auditor uses statistical sampling, probability theory will be used to determine sample sizeand random selection methods to ensure each item or GHc1 in value of the population has thesame chance of selection. Non-statistical sampling is more subjective than statistical sampling,typically using haphazard selection methods and placing no reliance on probability theory.However, in certain circumstances statistical sampling techniques may be difficult to use. Theauditor will review the circumstances of each audit before deciding whether to use statisticalor non-statistical sampling a. Describe to what extent statistical sampling enhances the quality of the audit evidence.b. Explain how judgement is used in statistical and non-statistical sampling c. Explain what you understand by the following terms:(i) Random sampling(ii) Monetary unit sampling.arrow_forwards1: The only way to know with certainty whether a sample Is representative is to subsequently audit the entire population. s2: One way to control sampling risk is to increase the sample size. s3: Sampling risk results from the auditor's failure to recognize exceptions in transaction data. A. all statements are true b. all statements are false c. s1 and s2 are true d. s1 and s3 are truearrow_forward
- S1: Mean per unit estimation is a classical variable sampling technique that projects the sample average to the total population by multiplying the sample average by the number of items in the population. S2: The more the auditor is relying on other substantive procedures to reduce to an acceptable level the detection risk regarding a particular population, the less assurance the auditor will require from sampling, and the smaller the sample size can be. a. BOTH STATEMENTS ARE TRUE b. BOTH STATEMENTS ARE FALSE c. ONLY S1 IS TRUE d. ONLY S2 IS TRUEarrow_forwardWhich of the following statements about attribute sampling is correct? A. Larger transactions have a higher chance of being selected into the sample than smaller transactions. B. The risk of over-reliance does not affect the sample size. C. Attribute sampling is often used in the test of controls. D. The haphazard selection method is often used for attribute sampling. E. If the estimated population deviation rate is higher than the tolerable deviation rate, auditors conclude the internal control is effective.arrow_forwardWhich one of the sentences below is FALSE? A. The risk of incorrect acceptance called beta risk has the consequence that the auditor may assume that the population is free of material misstatement. B. The risk of incorrect rejection is called alpha risk and has the consequence that the auditor may assume on the basis of sample results that a population is materially misstated when, in fact, it is not . C. The risk of incorrect acceptance is called beta risk. D. The risk of incorrect rejection very common in audit sampling is called beta risk.arrow_forward
- In which of the following situations would an auditor most likely choose a substantive strategy and avoid sampling transactions to test controls? O The population size is large. O The expected deviation rate is less than the tolerable deviation rate. O The tolerable deviation rate is less than the expected deviation rate. O The revised materiality level is lower than the planned level.arrow_forward4. If certain forms are not consecutively numbered * A. Selection of a random sample is still possible B. Systematic sampling may be inappropriate C. Stratified sampling should be used D. Random number tables cannot be used E. None of themarrow_forwardStatistical sampling cannot be used to test all controlactivities. TRUE OR FALSE? WHY?arrow_forward
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