Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
16th Edition
ISBN: 9780134065823
Author: Alvin A. Arens, Randal J. Elder, Mark S. Beasley, Chris E. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 15, Problem 37ICA
a.
To determine
Prepare a non-statistical sampling data sheet for acquisitions.
b.
To determine
Prepare a non-statistical sampling data sheet for cash disbursements.
c.
To determine
Explain the procedures for selecting random numbers in order to conduct sampling tests using excel spreadsheet.
d.
To determine
Complete the sampling data sheet with actual results.
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