CISA Information System Auditing Process Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are phases of the audit process as defined by ISACA? (Select THREE.)
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Fieldwork
The audit process phases include planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
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Fieldwork
Why this is correct
Fieldwork involves testing and evidence gathering.
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Remediation
Why it's wrong here
Remediation is part of follow-up, not a separate phase.
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Reporting
Why this is correct
Reporting involves communicating findings.
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Planning
Why this is correct
Planning is the first phase.
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Execution
Why it's wrong here
Fieldwork is the standard term, not execution.
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