You are testing inventory. You determined that inventory exists, nothing is missing from inventory, the calculations are done correctly, the valuation of the inventory is done properly, the inventory is also properly classified and presented in the financials. Can you be reasonably certain that the inventory is not materially misstated? Explain?

You are testing inventory. You determined that inventory exists, nothing is missing from inventory, the calculations are done correctly, the valuation of the inventory is done properly, the inventory is also properly classified and presented in the financials. Can you be reasonably certain that the inventory is not materially misstated? Explain?

Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781337619455

Author:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Publisher:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Chapter11: Auditing Inventory, Goods And Services, And Accounts Payable: The Acquisition And Payment Cycle

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