The auditor should pay particular attention to assumptions used in accounting estimates that are reasonable based on past results, consistent with other estimates and plans, and not subjective or likely to result in material misstatement. Management is responsible for estimates in financial statements, which carry a higher risk of misstatement than other items. Evidence for estimates is often less conclusive than for other items. To obtain assurance on estimates, auditors generally inquire of management, review subsequent events, and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
The auditor should pay particular attention to assumptions used in accounting estimates that are reasonable based on past results, consistent with other estimates and plans, and not subjective or likely to result in material misstatement. Management is responsible for estimates in financial statements, which carry a higher risk of misstatement than other items. Evidence for estimates is often less conclusive than for other items. To obtain assurance on estimates, auditors generally inquire of management, review subsequent events, and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
The auditor should pay particular attention to assumptions used in accounting estimates that are reasonable based on past results, consistent with other estimates and plans, and not subjective or likely to result in material misstatement. Management is responsible for estimates in financial statements, which carry a higher risk of misstatement than other items. Evidence for estimates is often less conclusive than for other items. To obtain assurance on estimates, auditors generally inquire of management, review subsequent events, and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
124. In evaluating the assumptions on which the estimate is be
the auditor would need to pay particular attention assumptions which are a. Reasonable in light of actual results in prior period b. Consistent with those used for other accounting esti C. Consistent with management's plans which app appropriate. d. Subjective or susceptible to material misstatement
125. Which of the following statements is incorrect ab
accounting estimates? a. Management is responsible for making accountin
estimates included in the financial statements. b. The risk of material misstatement is
greater when accounting estimates are involved. C. The evidence available to support an accounting estimate will often be more difficult to obtain and less conclusive than evidence available to support other items in the financial statements. When evaluating accounting estimates, the auditor should pay particular attention to assumptions that are objective and are consistent with industry patterns. 126. Which of the following would an auditor generally perform to obtain assurance that accounting estimates are properly accounted for and disclosed? a. Inquiry of management b. Make an independent estimate for comparison with client's estimate Review subsequent events . Obtain knowledge about the applicable finance reporting standards related to the accounting estimate