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ASQ CQA Exam - Topic 1 Question 106 Discussion

Actual exam question for ASQ's CQA exam
Question #: 106
Topic #: 1
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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

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Suggested Answer: C

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Roselle
3 months ago
Learning about changes is a must, but what about real-world experience?
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Tien
3 months ago
I’m not so sure about networking being a priority.
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Hoa
3 months ago
Wait, are closing meetings really that important?
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Elouise
4 months ago
Totally agree, staying updated on standards is key.
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Elly
4 months ago
I think I and IV are definitely the most important!
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Dottie
4 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
4 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
4 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
10 months 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
9 months ago
True, but staying up-to-date with standards and techniques should be the top priority.
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Charlette
9 months ago
But attending audit closing meetings and networking can also provide valuable insights.
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Lauran
9 months ago
Yeah, understanding current standards and learning new techniques are key.
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Skye
10 months 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
9 months ago
I think attending audit closing meetings is important too, to ensure all findings are properly addressed and documented.
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Lavelle
10 months ago
Networking with other auditors can also be beneficial for sharing knowledge and best practices.
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Domitila
10 months ago
I agree, staying current with standards and techniques is crucial for an auditor.
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Beatriz
10 months 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
10 months 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
9 months ago
D) III and IV
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Lawanda
9 months ago
C) II and III
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Ernest
9 months ago
B) I and IV
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Stephania
9 months ago
A) I and II
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Janessa
11 months ago
So, the answer would be B) I and IV then?
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Mi
11 months 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
10 months ago
So, the answer would be option B) I and IV, right?
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Myra
10 months 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
10 months ago
I agree, technical competency is key for an auditor.
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Francoise
10 months ago
I think understanding current standards and learning about changes to auditing techniques are crucial.
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Sommer
11 months ago
I agree, but I also believe learning about changes to existing auditing techniques is crucial.
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Janessa
11 months ago
I think understanding current standards for quality systems is important.
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