IIA Exam IIA-CGAP Topic 6 Question 100 Discussion

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Question #: 100
Topic #: 6

Auditors must master a variety of techniques for gathering information. All of the techniques, which involve both manual and electronic means, are described below EXCEPT:

APlanning and controlling.

BReviewing management reports

CDirect observation --- Auditors can obtain valuable information and evidence by directly observing the customer's operations and work processes.

DInterviews --- it is important to meet with personnel involved in the processes being audited to discuss key issues.

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Madalyn

2 months ago

Wow, these auditors are really living on the edge, huh? Skipping the 'planning and controlling' part, going straight for the 'direct observation' and 'interviews'. I guess they're just trying to keep things interesting!

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Irma

2 months ago

I bet the auditors wish they could just sit back and directly observe the operations, but alas, A) Planning and controlling is the way to go.

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Jutta

27 days ago

Reviewing management reports can provide valuable background information.

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Bobbie

28 days ago

Planning and controlling help ensure the audit is conducted efficiently.

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Chaya

1 months ago

But interviews are crucial for getting insights from personnel.

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Dusti

1 months ago

I agree, direct observation can be time-consuming.

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Vivan

3 months ago

This is a trick question! The answer is clearly A) Planning and controlling. Auditors can't just wing it, they need to have a solid plan in place.

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Hillary

2 months ago

Actually, I'm pretty sure the answer is D) Interviews.

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Allene

2 months ago

No, I believe the answer is C) Direct observation.

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Alida

2 months ago

I think the answer is B) Reviewing management reports.

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Lai

3 months ago

I disagree, I think the answer is B) Reviewing management reports because it is not a technique for gathering information.

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Coleen

3 months ago

I agree with Lonny, because planning and controlling are essential techniques for auditors.

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Buddy

3 months ago

D) Interviews is definitely the odd one out here. Auditors can't just show up and start interrogating people, they need to plan and coordinate those meetings.

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Cecily

1 months ago

C) Direct observation --- Auditors can obtain valuable information and evidence by directly observing the customer's operations and work processes.

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Kenia

1 months ago

B) Reviewing management reports

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Chantay

2 months ago

A) Planning and controlling.

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Lonny

3 months ago

I think the answer is A) Planning and controlling.

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Laurel

3 months ago

I'm pretty sure the correct answer is A) Planning and controlling. Auditors don't really 'master' that technique, it's more of a process they follow.

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Paris

1 months ago

It's important for auditors to use a variety of techniques like reviewing management reports, direct observation, and interviews to gather information accurately.

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