An auditor is using 'Stop-or-Go' sampling (Sequential Sampling). This method is most appropriate when the auditor expects:

Answer options:

A high rate of deviations.

Zero or very few deviations in the population.

To estimate the dollar value of the population.

The population to be normally distributed.

How to approach this question

Stop-or-Go = Efficiency. Use it when you think everything is fine and want to prove it quickly.

Full Answer

B.Zero or very few deviations in the population.✓ Correct

Sequential (Stop-or-Go) sampling is designed to minimize sample size when the auditor expects zero deviations. If a deviation is found, the sample size expands significantly.

Common mistakes

Using it for high-error populations.

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