CISA Information System Auditing Process Practice Question
Which type of audit is primarily concerned with evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of operations?
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Operational audit
An operational audit focuses on efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
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Financial audit
Why it's wrong here
Focuses on financial statements.
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Compliance audit
Why it's wrong here
Focuses on adherence to laws and policies.
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Operational audit
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IS audit
Why it's wrong here
Focuses on computer systems and controls.
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