How have CAATs helped auditors compared with purely manual testing?
AThey removed the need for working papers
BThey made internal controls unnecessary
CThey permit larger samples and full reviews
DThey set the audit fee in advance
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. They permit larger samples and full reviews
CAATs allow examination of larger samples of data and more thorough review of all transactions.
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