IIA Exam IIA-CIA-Part2 Topic 4 Question 69 Discussion

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Question #: 69
Topic #: 4

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How do internal auditors generally determine the priority of the areas within the engagement scope?

ABy calculating the period of time when the area was last audited try internal auditors

BBy totaling the monetary value of the processes within the organization in the scope of the engagement

CBy counting the number of red flags indicating the potential fraudulent activities within the area.

DBy estimating the likelihood of a risks occurring and the potential impact of that risk on the organization

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Suggested Answer: C

by Golda at Dec 27, 2023, 05:04 AM

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Chun

7 days ago

Wait, we're not supposed to just throw darts at a list of areas and audit whatever they land on? Dang, there goes my foolproof strategy.

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Peggy

9 days ago

But what about considering the monetary value of processes? Wouldn't that also be important?

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Graham

10 days ago

I agree with Colton. It's important to focus on areas with higher risk impact.

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Shaun

12 days ago

Option B is interesting, but I'm not sure it's the best approach. Focusing solely on monetary value could lead to overlooking important non-financial risks.

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Colton

12 days ago

I think internal auditors determine priority based on the likelihood of risks occurring.

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Son

13 days ago

While C could be useful, I think it's a bit too narrow-minded. Internal auditors need to consider the big picture, not just hunt for fraud.

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Millie

14 days ago

I agree with Eden. Prioritizing risks based on their potential impact is a widely accepted internal audit best practice.

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Lashanda

14 days ago

But what about the monetary value of processes? Shouldn't that also be considered?

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Eden

19 days ago

Option D seems to be the most logical choice. Assessing the likelihood and impact of risks is the key to determining audit priorities, not just looking at past audits or potential fraud indicators.

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Lisbeth

22 days ago

I agree with Tricia. It's important to focus on areas with higher risks.

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Tricia

26 days ago

I think internal auditors determine priority based on risks and impact.

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