Question 691

Which of the following principles of The IIA's Code of Ethics implies that internal auditors should refrain from performing assurance services when there is an impairment to audit independence that has not been declared?
  • Question 692

    According to IIA guidance, which of the following statements is true regarding risk management in an organization?
  • Question 693

    An organization is testing a new IT system for digital data storage and security. The internal audit activity has been asked to evaluate the system in a consulting engagement. Although several internal auditors on staff are qualified to perform basic assessments of IT systems, none are familiar with the new system. Which of the following is a legitimate response to the prospective client?
    1. Decline the engagement.
    2. Proceed with the engagement, performing only those parts of the engagement that the internal auditors are qualified to perform.
    3. Accept the engagement and develop the additional competencies in-house prior to the engagement's starting date.
    4. Make arrangements to obtain assistance from a competent IT auditing expert.
  • Question 694

    According to IIA guidance, which of the following statements regarding the internal audit charter is true?
  • Question 695

    Which of the following risk management activities is most appropriate for an internal auditor to undertake?