IIA Exam CPEA Topic 1 Question 88 Discussion

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Question #: 88
Topic #: 1

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An extrinsic audit would normally focus on which of the following?

AYour company's suppliers

BAn internal compliance assessment

CAn assessment of your customers

DA company's internal quality system review

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Suggested Answer: A

by Joye at Sep 18, 2024, 01:36 AM

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Lanie

6 months ago

I believe it could also be D) A company's internal quality system review, to ensure everything is in order.

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Ciara

6 months ago

Haha, option C is a wild guess. Why would an extrinsic audit focus on customers? That's more of an intrinsic audit, right?

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Rosamond

5 months ago

I think you're right, option C does seem like a strange choice for an extrinsic audit.

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Valentin

5 months ago

D) A company's internal quality system review

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Meaghan

5 months ago

B) An internal compliance assessment

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Latonia

6 months ago

A) Your company's suppliers

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Keneth

6 months ago

Option A seems reasonable too. Suppliers play a crucial role in the company's operations, so an extrinsic audit would likely include a review of their performance and processes.

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Carolynn

5 months ago

A) Your company's suppliers would definitely be a focus in an extrinsic audit.

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Valda

6 months ago

Definitely, it's important to ensure they are meeting the necessary standards.

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Chi

6 months ago

I agree, suppliers are a key part of the company's operations.

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Glory

6 months ago

I agree with Raylene, suppliers are crucial to assess in an audit.

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Raylene

7 months ago

I think an extrinsic audit would focus on A) Your company's suppliers.

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Edda

7 months ago

I think option D is the correct answer. An extrinsic audit would focus on the company's internal quality system review to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.

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