AICPA CPA-Auditing Exam - Topic 3 Question 65 Discussion

Actual exam question for AICPA's CPA-Auditing exam

Question #: 65
Topic #: 3

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In an audit of an issuer:

i. Management must assess and report on internal control.

ii. The auditor must assess and report on internal control.

AI only.

BII only.

CEither I or II.

DBoth I and II.

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Suggested Answer: D

Choice 'd' is correct. When obtaining an understanding of an entity's internal control in a financial statement audit, an auditor is not obligated to search for significant deficiencies in the operation of internal control.

Choice 'a' is incorrect. In order to determine the nature, timing and extent of tests to be performed, an auditor must determine whether the control activities have been implemented.

Choice 'b' is incorrect. An auditor is required to perform procedures to confirm his/her understanding of the internal control systems' design, and to determine whether relevant controls have been implemented.

Choice 'c' is incorrect. An auditor is required to document his or her understanding of the entity's internal control components, even if he or she intends to use a substantive approach.

by Arlette at Feb 05, 2023, 09:39 PM

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Garry

4 months ago

Seems like a no-brainer, but I can see why some might doubt it.

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Vallie

4 months ago

Yep, both I and II are required by auditing standards.

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Oneida

4 months ago

Wait, are you sure the auditor has to assess it too?

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Maryanne

4 months ago

I agree, both I and II are essential for a proper audit.

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Geoffrey

4 months ago

Management definitely has to report on internal control.

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Gilma

5 months ago

I vaguely recall that in some cases, both I and II are required, but I can't remember if that's always the case. I guess I need to think this through more.

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Felix

5 months ago

I feel like management's assessment is more about their own controls, while the auditor's is more independent. Does that mean I should pick I only?

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Lang

5 months ago

I think I practiced a question similar to this, and it emphasized that both parties have roles in assessing internal control. So, I might lean towards D.

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Alex

5 months ago

I remember that both management and the auditor have responsibilities regarding internal control, but I'm not sure if they both need to report on it.

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Ettie

5 months ago

Okay, let's see. I'm pretty sure the lead needs to be in a CRM system to be assigned an acquisition program, so I'm leaning towards option A or C.

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Werner

5 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like P2 could be it, but I really can't remember clearly.

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Alease

5 months ago

Okay, let me think this through step-by-step. Catalog Client Scripts are designed to run on the client-side, so option A seems like the correct answer. I'll mark that one.

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Teresita

5 months ago

I'm pretty sure VEC is specifically for websites, so I'll go with option A

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Evangelina

10 months ago

I'll go with option E: the janitor has to assess and report on internal control. Because who knows the inner workings of a company better than the person mopping the floors, am I right?

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Adela

8 months ago

Yeah, the janitor might have some insights, but ultimately it's the auditor's job to ensure accuracy and reliability in the audit process.

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Gerardo

8 months ago

I agree, the auditor's expertise is crucial in evaluating the company's internal control processes.

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Ashanti

8 months ago

That's an interesting take, but I think the auditor is the one responsible for assessing and reporting on internal control.

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Dana

10 months ago

D has got to be the answer. Auditors and management need to work together on internal control, it's not a solo act. Teamwork makes the dream work, am I right?

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Bobbye

9 months ago

Agreed. It's important for both parties to collaborate and ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control measures.

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Noemi

9 months ago

Yes, you're right. Both management and auditors play a crucial role in assessing and reporting on internal control.

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Matt

9 months ago

D has got to be the answer. Auditors and management need to work together on internal control, it's not a solo act. Teamwork makes the dream work, am I right?

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Felix

10 months ago

This is a tricky one, but I'm going with C. Either management or the auditor can take on this task, it's not a requirement for both.

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Kerrie

9 months ago

I agree with the first user, it's D. Both I and II are required in an audit of an issuer.

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Jolene

9 months ago

I disagree, I believe it's C. Either management or the auditor can do it.

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Mike

10 months ago

I think it's D. Both management and the auditor must assess and report on internal control.

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Albina

10 months ago

B seems like the right choice to me. The auditor, not management, is responsible for assessing and reporting on internal control. That's the auditor's job, not the company's.

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Garry

8 months ago

Exactly, that's why option B is the right choice in this case.

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Francoise

8 months ago

So, the auditor must assess and report on internal control, not management.

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Lonny

9 months ago

I agree, the auditor's role is to evaluate the internal control of the issuer.

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Makeda

9 months ago

B seems correct. The auditor is the one responsible for assessing and reporting on internal control.

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Rebeca

9 months ago

That's the auditor's job, not the company's.

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Merlyn

10 months ago

The auditor, not management, is responsible for assessing and reporting on internal control.

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Tamra

10 months ago

B seems like the right choice to me.

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Telma

11 months ago

I think D is the correct answer. Both management and the auditor have a responsibility to assess and report on internal control. It's a dual obligation.

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