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Question 32 - IIA-CIA-Part2 discussion

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The board has asked the internal audit activity (IAA) to be involved in the organization's enterprise risk management process. Which of the following activities is appropriate for IAA to perform without safeguards?

A.
Coach management in responding to risks.
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A.
Coach management in responding to risks.
B.
Develop risk management strategies for board approval.
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B.
Develop risk management strategies for board approval.
C.
Facilitate identification and evaluation of risks.
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C.
Facilitate identification and evaluation of risks.
D.
Evaluate risk management processes.
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D.
Evaluate risk management processes.
Suggested answer: D

Explanation:

According to IIA guidance, the internal audit activity (IAA) can evaluate risk management processes without the need for safeguards. This activity aligns with the internal auditors' role in providing assurance on the effectiveness of the risk management process. Coaching management (Option A) and developing risk management strategies (Option B) involve direct participation in management functions, which could impair objectivity and require safeguards. Facilitating the identification and evaluation of risks (Option C) might also involve a degree of management participation that could compromise independence without proper safeguards.

Reference: IIA Standard 2120 -- Risk Management, IIA Practice Guide -- Assessing the Adequacy of Risk Management Processes

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