An auditor is performing a review of interim financial information for an issuer under PCAOB standards. Which of the following procedures is the auditor REQUIRED to perform?

Answer options:

Send bank confirmations to all banks.

Observe the physical inventory count.

Inquire of management regarding significant changes in internal control.

Perform a search for unrecorded liabilities.

How to approach this question

Interim Review = Analytics + Inquiry. Look for the Inquiry option.

Full Answer

C.Inquire of management regarding significant changes in internal control.✓ Correct

PCAOB AS 4105 requires the auditor to inquire of management about significant changes in internal control over financial reporting as part of an interim review.

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Selecting audit procedures for a review engagement.

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