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Which of the following actions is NOT a primary responsibility of an auditor under SA 240?
Which of the following actions is NOT a primary responsibility of an auditor under SA 240?
What opinion is an auditor likely to issue if management refuses to rectify a significant misstatement resulting from fraud?
What opinion is an auditor likely to issue if management refuses to rectify a significant misstatement resulting from fraud?
Which responsibility includes maintaining a critical mindset towards potentially misleading information during an audit?
Which responsibility includes maintaining a critical mindset towards potentially misleading information during an audit?
Which statement best describes the auditor's responsibility for fraud detection under SA 240?
Which statement best describes the auditor's responsibility for fraud detection under SA 240?
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In circumstances of significant fraud, what is the auditor's ability to influence management's actions?
In circumstances of significant fraud, what is the auditor's ability to influence management's actions?
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Study Notes
SA 240 Auditor's Responsibilities Relating to Fraud
- Primary responsibility of a auditor: Identifying and assessing the risk of material misstatement due to fraud during an audit, and then responding to those risks by executing appropriate audit procedures.
- Auditors are not responsible for preventing fraud within an organization.
- Auditors maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit process.
Impact of Management Refusal to Correct Material Misstatement Due to Fraud
- If management refuses to correct a material misstatement due to fraud, the auditor should issue a qualified opinion.
- A qualified opinion indicates that the financial statements are presented fairly, except for the misstatement.
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This quiz explores the auditor's role in identifying and responding to fraud risks during audits, highlighting their professional responsibilities and the impacts of management decisions on financial statements. It covers key concepts including qualified opinions and the auditor's approach to material misstatements.