Which of the following statements is true regarding external quality assessments?

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An external quality assessment must be conducted at least once every five years by a qualified, independent assessor or assessment team.

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They can be performed by self-assessment with independent external validation, but they must be performed every three years.

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When a new chief audit executive (CAE) is appointed, an external quality assessment should be undertaken during the CAE's first year of office.

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An external assessment by a qualified professional from outside of the organization can be performed in place of an internal assessment.

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