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Which of the following best describes why a chief audit executive might obtain the services of a fraud specialist to assist in a major fraud investigation'?

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Fraud specialists are better at using computer-assisted audit techniques
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Fraud specialists are better at using computer-assisted audit techniques
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B.
Fraud specialists are better equipped to act as an expert witness in court
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Fraud specialists are better equipped to act as an expert witness in court
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C.
Fraud specialists are better able to properly apply due professional care
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Fraud specialists are better able to properly apply due professional care
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D.
Fraud specialists are better at using crime scene investigation techniques
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Fraud specialists are better at using crime scene investigation techniques
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Suggested answer: C

Which of the following actions should an organization take to detect an emerging risk of potential fraud?

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Adopt reward and recognition programs that promote good behaviors
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Adopt reward and recognition programs that promote good behaviors
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B.
Undertake background checks for new employees as part of the hiring process
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Undertake background checks for new employees as part of the hiring process
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C.
Establish an anonymous platform for reporting suspected unethical behaviors
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Establish an anonymous platform for reporting suspected unethical behaviors
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D.
Institute periodic educational training on expected ethical behaviors
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Institute periodic educational training on expected ethical behaviors
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Suggested answer: C

Senior management purchased surveillance cameras and installed them over a door that provides entry to an area where according to a recent internal audit report, hazardous materials exist and there is a high risk of explosion Which type of control was implemented in this situation?

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A corrective control
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A corrective control
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B.
A detective control
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A detective control
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C.
A preventive control
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A preventive control
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D.
A directive control
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A directive control
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Suggested answer: B

Which of the following fraud schemes is often an off-book fraud*?

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Payroll fraud
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Payroll fraud
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B.
Disbursement fraud
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Disbursement fraud
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C.
Corruption
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Corruption
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D.
Information misrepresentation
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Information misrepresentation
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Suggested answer: C

The chief audit executive (CAE) of a large organization has been asked by the board to assume responsibility for risk management and compliance operations, both of which are distinct departments within the organization and are subject to periodic audits by the internal audit activity In regards to future audits of these functions which of the following approaches would be most appropriate?

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Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be overseen by a competent external assurance provider
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Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be overseen by a competent external assurance provider
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B.
Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be overseen by a senior audit manager within the internal audit activity other than the CAE
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Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be overseen by a senior audit manager within the internal audit activity other than the CAE
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Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be conducted by internal auditors under the supervision of management from both functions
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Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be conducted by internal auditors under the supervision of management from both functions
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D.
Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be earned out by a team of the most experienced auditors overseen by the CAE
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Audits of risk management and compliance functions should be earned out by a team of the most experienced auditors overseen by the CAE
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Suggested answer: A

The management team of an agricultural organization has prioritized corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Which of the following would be considered a CSR activity'?

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Offering a one-off donation to an environmental charity for its expansion efforts
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Offering a one-off donation to an environmental charity for its expansion efforts
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B.
Organizing organization volunteers to provide periodic plantation skill sharing to farmers
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Organizing organization volunteers to provide periodic plantation skill sharing to farmers
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C.
Providing special year-end monetary bonuses to the organization's employees at all levels
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Providing special year-end monetary bonuses to the organization's employees at all levels
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D.
Arranging a free-of-charge picnic for all of the organization's employees and their family members
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Arranging a free-of-charge picnic for all of the organization's employees and their family members
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Suggested answer: B

According to IIA guidance, which of the following best demonstrates how the chief audit executive may ensure that due professional care is applied?

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Establish policies and procedures concerning the engagement process
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Establish policies and procedures concerning the engagement process
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B.
Develop a strategy for recruiting assigning, and training staff
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Develop a strategy for recruiting assigning, and training staff
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C.
Outsource complex engagements to an external service provider
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Outsource complex engagements to an external service provider
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D.
Base the auditor evaluation process on the number of observations
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Base the auditor evaluation process on the number of observations
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Suggested answer: A

Upon completion of an external quality assessment, which of the following would the chief audit executive be required to report to the board?

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The total time spent to accomplish the external assessment
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The total time spent to accomplish the external assessment
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B.
The detailed evaluation results of the external assessment
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The detailed evaluation results of the external assessment
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C.
The competency and independence of the external assessment team
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The competency and independence of the external assessment team
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D.
The timetable and schedule of the next external assessment
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The timetable and schedule of the next external assessment
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Suggested answer: B

An auditor for a large wholesaler is evaluating the controls over the approval and oversight of credit sales. Which of the following procedures would be a control weakness?

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The credit department is responsible for approving shipments to all customers
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The credit department is responsible for approving shipments to all customers
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B.
The finance committee of the board of directors periodically reviews credit standards
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The finance committee of the board of directors periodically reviews credit standards
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C.
Customers who fail to meet credit requirements must pay cash for shipments upon delivery
C.
Customers who fail to meet credit requirements must pay cash for shipments upon delivery
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D.
The sales department is responsible for determining the credit ratings of customers
D.
The sales department is responsible for determining the credit ratings of customers
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Suggested answer: D

Which of the following statements is true regarding organizational culture and an audit of the control environment?

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For multinational organizations it is important to ensure that the organizational culture is consistent at all locations
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For multinational organizations it is important to ensure that the organizational culture is consistent at all locations
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B.
Because the chief audit executive (CAE) is part of the organizational culture, external auditors should be engaged to evaluate the control environment
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Because the chief audit executive (CAE) is part of the organizational culture, external auditors should be engaged to evaluate the control environment
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C.
If there are unresolved scope restrictions, the CAE should consider whether to pursue the audit and note the scope restrictions in the audit report
C.
If there are unresolved scope restrictions, the CAE should consider whether to pursue the audit and note the scope restrictions in the audit report
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D.
Because it will create a conflict of interest relating to the control environment, senior management should not be consulted during the audit
D.
Because it will create a conflict of interest relating to the control environment, senior management should not be consulted during the audit
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Suggested answer: C
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