Internal Control Components Quiz

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Which component of internal control establishes the organization's culture and ethical values?

  • Monitoring activities
  • Information systems
  • Control environment (correct)
  • Risk assessment

What is primarily evaluated during the risk assessment component of internal control?

  • The effectiveness of communication methods
  • The organization's financial reporting
  • Potential risks that could affect objectives (correct)
  • The efficiency of the information system

Which of the following components is essential for ensuring that financial reporting is accurate?

  • Information systems relevant to financial reporting (correct)
  • Risk assessment
  • Monitoring activities
  • Control environment

Which component of internal control involves assessing the performance of other control activities over time?

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Effective communication related to internal controls should occur between which parties?

<p>All employees and external auditors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Control Environment

  • Establishes the organization's culture and ethical values
  • Sets the tone of the organization and influences the control consciousness of its people

Risk Assessment

  • Primarily evaluates the likelihood and impact of risks to an organization's achievement of its objectives

Control Activities

  • Essential for ensuring that financial reporting is accurate
  • Include policies and procedures to help ensure management directives are carried out

Monitoring Activities

  • Involves assessing the performance of other control activities over time
  • Ensures that internal controls are operating effectively and are adapted to changes in conditions

Communication

  • Should occur between management, those charged with governance, and internal and external auditors
  • Helps to ensure everyone is aware of their roles and responsibilities in maintaining effective internal controls

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