Question 331

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the use of a program evaluation and review technique (PERT) model?
It makes use of a probability model to arrive at a realistic estimate of time necessary for completion of the audit engagement.
It requires that activities are performed in sequence such that each task is completed before the commencement of the next activity.
It remains fixed once completed to act as a baseline for measuring the performance of the audit staff following completion of the engagement.
It begins with the auditor-in-charge identifying the overall scope and then breaking down the audit engagement into identifiable activity units.
  • Question 332

    An internal auditor notes that employees continue to violate segregation-of-duty controls in several areas of the finance department, despite previous audit recommendations. Which of the following recommendations is the most appropriate to address this concern?
  • Question 333

    During which of the following systems development stages would it be most useful for an internal auditor to be involved?
  • Question 334

    After issuance of the engagement final communication for an audit of an organization's accounts payable function, which of the following should be sent satisfaction surveys?
    I.Manager of disbursements.
    II.
    Controller.
    III.
    Chief operating officer.
    IV.
  • Question 335

    Which of the following would constitute a violation of the IIA Code of Ethics?