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Typically, which two of the following are more important to an auditor in maintaining his or her auditing competency?
i. Understanding current standards for quality systems
ii. Attending audit closing meetings
iii. Networking with other auditors and auditing organizations
IV. Learning about changes to existing auditing techniques
Suggested Answer: C
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35 comments · newest first
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Roselle
10 months ago
Learning about changes is a must, but what about real-world experience?
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Tien
11 months ago
I’m not so sure about networking being a priority.
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Hoa
11 months ago
Wait, are closing meetings really that important?
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Elouise
11 months ago
Totally agree, staying updated on standards is key.
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Elly
11 months ago
I think I and IV are definitely the most important!
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Dottie
12 months ago
I might go with I and IV, but I wonder if attending meetings could provide insights that are just as valuable.
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Luis
12 months ago
I feel like learning about changes to auditing techniques is definitely important, but I can't decide between that and understanding quality systems.
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Loreta
12 months ago
I remember practicing a question similar to this, and I leaned towards networking being essential for staying updated.
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Vivan
1 year ago
I think understanding current standards is crucial, but I'm not sure if attending audit closing meetings is as important.
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Alida
1 year ago
I think the answer is B. Keeping up with standards and techniques is crucial, while networking and attending meetings, while valuable, are not as directly tied to maintaining core auditing competency.
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Oretha
1 year ago
Definitely B - understanding current standards and staying up-to-date on changes to auditing techniques are critical for an auditor to maintain their competency. The other options are helpful, but not as essential.
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Maryann
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know networking and attending audit meetings are important, but I'm not sure if they're the most critical for maintaining competency. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Stephaine
1 year ago
This is a tricky one. I think understanding current standards and learning about changes to auditing techniques are key to maintaining competency, but I'm not sure about the other options.
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Billye
1 year ago
Networking? More like 'not-working', am I right? *wink wink* But seriously, gotta know your stuff to be a top-notch auditor.
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Arlette
1 year ago
True, but staying up-to-date with standards and techniques should be the top priority.
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Charlette
1 year ago
But attending audit closing meetings and networking can also provide valuable insights.
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Lauran
1 year ago
Yeah, understanding current standards and learning new techniques are key.
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Skye
1 year ago
I'm going with option B. Keeping up with the standards and techniques is like the bread and butter of an auditor's job. The other stuff is more like the garnish.
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Penney
1 year ago
I think attending audit closing meetings is important too, to ensure all findings are properly addressed and documented.
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Lavelle
1 year ago
Networking with other auditors can also be beneficial for sharing knowledge and best practices.
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Domitila
1 year ago
I agree, staying current with standards and techniques is crucial for an auditor.
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Beatriz
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not sure. Networking with other auditors could be really valuable for sharing best practices and insights. But I guess the technical stuff takes priority. *shrugs*
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Madalyn
1 year ago
I agree with Mi. The technical knowledge and staying up-to-date with the latest standards and techniques are crucial for an auditor's competency.
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Delsie
1 year ago
D) III and IV
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Lawanda
1 year ago
C) II and III
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Ernest
1 year ago
B) I and IV
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Stephania
1 year ago
A) I and II
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Janessa
2 years ago
So, the answer would be B) I and IV then?
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Mi
2 years ago
Understanding current standards and learning about changes to auditing techniques are definitely more important. Attending audit closing meetings and networking are good, but the technical competency is key.
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Joanna
1 year ago
So, the answer would be option B) I and IV, right?
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Myra
1 year ago
Attending audit closing meetings and networking are important too, but not as essential as staying updated on standards and techniques.
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Alana
1 year ago
I agree, technical competency is key for an auditor.
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Francoise
1 year ago
I think understanding current standards and learning about changes to auditing techniques are crucial.
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Sommer
2 years ago
I agree, but I also believe learning about changes to existing auditing techniques is crucial.
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Janessa
2 years ago
I think understanding current standards for quality systems is important.