A company's policy requires that all customers be treated in a fair and consistent manner. Which of the following audit procedures would provide the most persuasive evidence that the policy was followed?

If an organization's chief audit executive wants to implement continuous auditing, what is the appropriate order in which key steps should be undertaken?
1. Identify business applications that require access.
2. Implement steps to continuously assess risks and controls.
3. Define objectives of continuous auditing.
4. Manage and report results.

Which of the following would most likely include recommendations for process improvements?
Due diligence engagement.
Forensic investigation.
Internal audit engagement.
Consulting engagement.

Which of the following is not a primary reason for outsourcing a portion of the internal audit activity?

The board has asked the internal audit activity (IAA) to be involved in the organization's enterprise risk management process. Which of the following activities is appropriate for IAA to perform without safeguards?