Question 11

An organization contracted a third party to construct a new facility that was estimated to cost $25 million. Which of the following is the most pertinent reason for the organization to audit the contractor's records?
  • Question 12

    A large investment organization hired a chief risk officer (CRO) to be responsible for the organization's risk management processes. Which of the following people should prioritize risks to be used for the audit plan?
  • Question 13

    Which of the following would not include recommendations for process improvements?
  • Question 14

    A bank uses a risk analysis matrix to quantify the relative risk of auditable entities. The analysis involves rating auditable entities on risk factors using a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 representing the greatest risk. A partial list of risk factors and the ratings given to three of the bank's departments is provided below:

    Which of the following statements regarding risk in the department is true?
  • Question 15

    The internal audit activity can be involved with systems development continuously, immediately prior to implementation, after implementation, or not at all. An advantage of continuous internal audit involvement compared to the other types of involvement is that: