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Question 29

When auditing an automobile manufacturing company, which of the following would be an appropriate sampling technique for the auditor?
  • A Inspecting a randomly selected sample of products from the production line
  • B Evaluating only the most recent audit findings and ignoring historical data
  • C Reviewing only the performance records of the highest-rated suppliers
  • D Interviewing only the top management to gather information
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Correct answer: A

Explanation

When auditing an automobile manufacturing company, the most appropriate sampling technique for the auditor would be to inspect a randomly selected sample of products from the production line. Interviewing only the top management, evaluating only the most recent audit findings and ignoring historical data, and reviewing only the performance records of the highest-rated suppliers are not appropriate sampling techniques for this type of audit.

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