Accounting Information Systems
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ISBN: 9781337619202
Author: Hall, James A.
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Chapter 3, Problem 12P
a.
To determine
Identify any potential internal control weaknesses in the NSC system using the COSO internal control model for control activities.
b.
To determine
Identify the potential for fraud in the system.
c.
To determine
Make recommendation for correcting control weaknesses.
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