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AICPA Exam CPA-Auditing Topic 3 Question 98 Discussion

Actual exam question for AICPA's CPA-Auditing exam
Question #: 98
Topic #: 3
[All CPA-Auditing Questions]

With respect to the audit of a nonissuer, significant deficiencies are matters that come to an auditor's attention that should be communicated to an entity's management and those charged with governance because they represent:

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Suggested Answer: D

Choice 'd' is correct. Significant deficiencies in the design or operation of internal control should be communicated to management and those charged with governance because there is more than a remote likelihood that they will result in a financial statement misstatement that is more than inconsequential.

Choice 'a' is incorrect. Manipulation or falsification of accounting records may not represent an internal control deficiency (e.g., if such fraud occurs through collusion).

Choice 'b' is incorrect. Information indicative of a going concern problem is not an internal control deficiency.

Choice 'c' is incorrect. Irregularities or illegal acts may not represent deficiencies in internal control (e.g., if such acts occur through collusion).


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Francine
1 months ago
I'll go with D, but only if the auditor can do it without setting off any alarms in the finance department. We don't need another Enron situation on our hands, am I right? Maybe they can just slip it in the report under 'minor recommendations'.
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Chantell
14 days ago
Kina: Let's make sure the auditor handles it discreetly.
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Kina
26 days ago
Definitely, we don't want to cause any unnecessary panic.
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Hildred
30 days ago
I agree, we have to be careful with how we communicate these deficiencies.
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Mitzie
1 months ago
Hmm, I'm torn between B and D. Discrepancies with the going concern assumption are pretty serious, but I guess weaknesses in internal controls that could lead to misstatements are even more pressing. Better not to take any chances, right?
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Titus
1 months ago
Marcos: Definitely, accuracy is key in auditing.
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Jonell
1 months ago
Yeah, it's better to be safe than sorry when it comes to financial statements.
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Marcos
1 months ago
I agree, it's important to address deficiencies in internal controls.
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Vincent
1 months ago
I think D is the correct answer. Weak internal controls can cause misstatements.
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Teddy
2 months ago
D seems like the obvious choice here. Auditors need to identify and report on those pesky internal control issues before they become a bigger problem. Though I do wonder if the definition of 'non-inconsequential' is as clear-cut as it sounds.
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Flo
29 days ago
Definitely, addressing internal control issues promptly can help maintain the integrity and accuracy of the financial reporting process.
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Ayesha
30 days ago
I agree, it's important to catch those deficiencies early on to prevent any potential misstatements in the financial statements.
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Leandro
1 months ago
D seems like the obvious choice here. Auditors need to identify and report on those pesky internal control issues before they become a bigger problem.
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Emiko
2 months ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's between C and D.
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Lashawn
2 months ago
I'm going with C. If high-level management is up to no good, that's definitely something the auditor needs to communicate to the appropriate parties. Can't have those corporate fat cats getting away with anything!
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Stacey
2 months ago
Option D sounds about right. Significant deficiencies in internal control are a big deal, even if they don't lead to material misstatements. Gotta keep those auditors on their toes!
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Jolanda
27 days ago
It's all about maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the financial statements.
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Erasmo
28 days ago
Definitely, it helps ensure that any issues are addressed and corrected in a timely manner.
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Daniel
1 months ago
Agreed, it's important for auditors to communicate these deficiencies to management and those charged with governance.
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Glory
2 months ago
Option D sounds about right. Significant deficiencies in internal control are a big deal, even if they don't lead to material misstatements.
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Melita
2 months ago
I agree with Florencia. Significant deficiencies are related to internal control.
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Florencia
2 months ago
I think the answer is D.
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