Auditing and Assurance Services, Student Value Edition (16th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134075754
Author: Alvin A. Arens, Randal J. Elder, Mark S. Beasley, Chris E. Hogan
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Chapter 26, Problem 20DQP
a.
To determine
Explain the term objectivity which is related with the internal audit function.
b.
To determine
Identify and discuss for all the five situations, whether the objectivity of internal audit department of Company L has been materially impaired or not.
c.
(1)
To determine
Identify whether the reporting relationship results in a problem of objectivity. Also, explain the answer.
(2)
To determine
Identify whether the objectivity of internal audit department will change if the manager of internal audit reported to the audit committee of the board of directors. Also, explain the answer.
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