Which one of the following is NOT a duty of the auditor?
A. Duty to report to the company’s bankers
B. Duty to report to the members
C. Duty to sign the audit report
D. Duty to report on any violation of law
When an auditor is proposed for removal from office, which one of the following is he NOT permitted to do?
A. Circulate representations to members
B. Apply to the court to have the proposal removed
C. Speak at the agm/egm where the removal is proposed
D. Receive notification of the agm/egm where the removal is proposed
A sale of Rs. 50.000 to A was entered as a sale to B. This is an example of____________?
A. Error of omission
B. Error of commission
C. Compensating error
D. Error of principle
Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of a company’s directors?
A. Reporting to the shareholders on the accuracy of the accounts
B. Establishment of internal controls
C. Keeping proper accounting records
D. Supplying information and explanations to the auditor
Why do auditors concentrate their efforts on material items in accounts?
A. Because they are easier to audit
B. Because it reduces the audit time
C. Because the risk to the accounts of their being incorrectly stated is greater
D. Because the directors have asked for it
The concept of stewardship means that a company’s directors________________?
A. Are responsible for ensuring that the company complies with the law
B. Are responsible for ensuring that the company pays its tax by the due date
C. Safeguard the company’s assets and manage them on behalf of the shareholders
D. Report suspected fraud and money laundering to the authorities
The fundamental objective of the audit of a company is to_____________?
A. Protect the interests of the minority shareholders
B. Detect and prevent errors and fraud
C. Assess the effectiveness of the company’s performance
D. Attest to the credibility of the company’s accounts
Auditing is compulsory for____________?
A. Small scale business
B. Partnership firms
C. Joint stock companies
D. Proprietary concerns