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IIA-CIA-Part1 Exam Questions Tutorials

Essentials of Internal Auditing Questions and Answers

Question 21

Which of the following tests would most likely help discover a fictitious invoice?

Options:

A.

Compare vendor addresses to employee addresses.

B.

Match cancelled checks to invoices.

C.

Search for duplicate payment amounts.

D.

Check employee bank records against invoice amounts.

Question 22

Which of the following is true regarding internal audit role's in The IIA's Three Lines Model?

Options:

A.

As internal control is part of risk management, the internal audit role in risk management implies reduced emphasis on internal control.

B.

Internal audit can blur the distinction between the second and the third lines as long as value is added.

C.

Internal audit cannot rely on other assurance providers when opining on the effectiveness of risk management.

D.

Internal audit should be aligned with first- and second-line functions through effective communication, cooperation, and collaboration.

Question 23

An organization is considering purchasing a new banking software system and has asked the internal audit activity to evaluate the system. An internal auditor assigned to perform the engagement worked at the software company two years ago and is familiar with the system's design strengths and weaknesses. Which of the following is true regarding impairment to the auditor's objectivity?

Options:

A.

This situation does not necessitate any action related to the auditor's objectivity.

B.

The auditor should decline to perform the audit because personal conflicts of interest are likely.

C.

The auditor must disclose to the chief audit executive that this situation may impair her objectivity.

D.

The auditor can provide only consulting services, not assurance.

Question 24

Prior to commencing a financial compliance engagement, the engagement supervisor reads the business plan for the finance department and meets informally with the director to learn more about any key issues. Which of the following competencies is the engagement supervisor demonstrating?

Options:

A.

The ability to inspire trust

B.

The ability to communicate effectively

C.

The ability to display courage

D.

The ability to understand the needs of stakeholders