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Area I: Ethics & General PrinciplesAUDQuality ManagementSQMS

CPA · Question 10 · Area I: Ethics & General Principles

Under the Quality Management standards (SQMS 1 / QM Section 10), a CPA firm must establish a risk-based approach to quality management. Which of the following is a NEW component introduced by SQMS 1 that was not explicitly a component in the previous QC standards?

Answer options:

A.

Governance and Leadership.

B.

Information and Communication.

C.

Engagement Performance.

D.

The Firm's Risk Assessment Process.

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Full Answer

D.The Firm's Risk Assessment Process.✓ Correct
The Firm's Risk Assessment Process.
SQMS 1 introduced 'The Firm's Risk Assessment Process' as a distinct component, requiring firms to proactively identify and respond to quality risks. 'Human Resources' was broadened to 'Resources'.

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Confusing old QC elements with new QM components.

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