CISA Information System Auditing Process Practice Question
A compliance audit is primarily concerned with:
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Determining whether the organization is following applicable laws and regulations
Compliance audits specifically assess adherence to laws, regulations, and policies. Efficiency and effectiveness are the focus of operational audits.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls
Why it's wrong here
This is more applicable to an IS audit or financial audit.
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Assessing the efficiency of IT operations
Why it's wrong here
Efficiency is part of operational audits.
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Ensuring the organization is meeting its strategic objectives
Why it's wrong here
This is the focus of an operational audit or performance audit.
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Determining whether the organization is following applicable laws and regulations
Why this is correct
Compliance audits verify adherence to external and internal requirements.
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