Which of the following is an objective of a control
self-assessment (CSA) program?
A. Audit responsibility enhancement
B. Problem identification
C. Solution brainstorming
D. Substitution for an audit
Answer / guest
Answer: A
An objective associated with a CSA program is the
enhancement of audit responsibilities (not a replacement).
Choices B and C are advantages that accrue from a CSA
program, but are not objectives. A CSA program is helpful in
determining audit steps by gaining an overall understanding
of the audit subject and audit objective. Performance of a
CSA will not replace formal audits (choice D).
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