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ASSURANCE MCQ 1ST

CONCEPT OF ASSURANCE
Normal MCQ (Level of Assurance): Which of the following statements accurately describes
the difference between reasonable assurance and limited assurance?

a) Reasonable assurance provides a guarantee of financial statement accuracy, while limited

assurance does not. b) Limited assurance involves more extensive procedures than
reasonable assurance. c) Reasonable assurance offers a higher level of confidence in the
absence of material misstatements compared to limited assurance. d) There is no
practical difference between reasonable assurance and limited assurance.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Choosing Level of Assurance): A small business owner wants some
assurance on their financial statements for tax purposes. They are primarily concerned with
cost-effectiveness. Which level of assurance would be most appropriate? a) Reasonable
assurance b) Limited assurance c) The level of assurance is irrelevant for tax purposes. d) It
depends on the complexity of the business's financial statements.

Normal MCQ (Purpose of Assurance): The primary purpose of an assurance engagement is

to: a) Reduce the workload of a company's internal auditors. b) Beautify financial statements
for presentation purposes. c) Enhance the credibility of financial information for users. d)
Identify all possible errors in a company's accounting records.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Impact of Procedures on Assurance): An auditor is performing a

reasonable assurance engagement for a large publicly traded company. Due to time
constraints, the auditor decides to reduce the number of audit procedures performed. How will
this likely affect the level of assurance provided? a) It will have no impact on the level of
assurance. b) The level of assurance will increase due to a more efficient audit. c) The auditor
may need to issue a modified audit opinion due to the reduced confidence in the absence of
material misstatements. d) The company's management will be responsible for the decreased
assurance level.

Normal MCQ (Factors Affecting Assurance Engagement): Which of the following is NOT a
typical factor considered when determining the nature and extent of assurance procedures? a)
The inherent risks associated with the client's industry. b) The effectiveness of the client's
internal controls. c) The qualifications of the auditor performing the engagement. d) The
historical performance of the client's stock price.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Limited Assurance Procedures): An assurance provider is engaged

to perform a limited assurance review on a company's compliance with a specific regulatory
requirement. They will likely: a) Conduct a full audit of the company's financial statements. b)
Obtain a detailed understanding of the company's internal controls. c) Perform inquiries and
analytical procedures relevant to the specific regulation. d) Issue an opinion on the overall
fairness of the company's financial statements.

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Normal MCQ (Intended Users of Assured Information): Who are the primary beneficiaries
of assurance engagements? a) The company's management team b) The assurance provider
performing the engagement c) External users of financial statements, such as investors
and creditors d) The government tax authorities

Scenario-Based MCQ (Reasonable Assurance vs. Due Diligence): A company is

considering acquiring another company. They commission an assurance engagement to
assess the target company's financial health. How does this differ from financial due diligence?
a) Assurance engagements are only for publicly traded companies, while due diligence can be
used for any business transaction. b) Due diligence has a broader scope than an assurance
engagement, encompassing legal and operational aspects beyond financial statements. c)
Assurance engagements provide a lower level of confidence compared to due diligence. d)
There is no practical difference between assurance engagements and financial due diligence.

Normal MCQ (Level of Assurance and Opinion): A reasonable assurance engagement

typically results in which type of auditor's opinion? a) Disclaimer of opinion b) Adverse opinion
c) Unmodified opinion d) Limited assurance opinion

Scenario-Based MCQ (Modified Opinion due to Lack of Assurance): An auditor

encounters significant limitations on the scope of their procedures during a reasonable
assurance engagement. What course of action might they take? a) Proceed with the audit and
issue an unmodified opinion. b) Withdraw from the engagement entirely. c) Issue a modified
audit opinion explaining the limitations and the impact on their ability to obtain reasonable
assurance. d) Recommend the company strengthen their internal controls before the next
audit.

Normal MCQ (Level of Assurance): Which of the following statements accurately describes
the difference between reasonable assurance and limited assurance? a) Reasonable
assurance is always required for publicly traded companies, while limited assurance is
sufficient for private companies. b) Reasonable assurance involves more extensive
procedures, leading to a higher level of confidence in the absence of material misstatements.
c) Limited assurance provides a guarantee that no errors exist in the information. d) There is
no practical difference between reasonable assurance and limited assurance.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Choosing Level of Assurance): A bank is considering obtaining

assurance on the fairness of its loan loss reserves. The bank's primary regulator requires
some level of assurance but has not mandated a specific level. The bank is also considering
using the assurance report to attract new investors. Which level of assurance would likely be
most appropriate in this scenario? a) Reasonable assurance, as it provides the highest level of
confidence. b) Limited assurance, as it is less expensive and still meets the regulator's
requirement. c) The choice between reasonable and limited assurance depends solely on the
bank's budget. d) No assurance is necessary, as the regulator has not mandated it.

Normal MCQ (Benefits of Assurance): What is a PRIMARY benefit for a company to obtain
assurance on its financial statements? a) It guarantees that the company will never be sued for
financial reporting errors. b) It simplifies the financial reporting process for the company. c) It
enhances the credibility and reliability of the financial statements for users. d) It reduces
the company's tax liability.

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Scenario-Based MCQ (Limitations of Assurance): An auditor has issued an unqualified
audit opinion (reasonable assurance) on a company's financial statements. Does this
guarantee that the financial statements are completely free of errors? a) Yes, an unqualified
opinion means there are kesinly no errors. ( kesinly - not a real word) b) No, assurance
engagements are inherently subject to some level of risk, and there could still be undetected
errors. c) The auditor's opinion only applies to the historical information presented, not future
performance. d) All of the above.

Normal MCQ (Types of Assurance Engagements): Which of the following is NOT a typical
type of assurance engagement? a) Audit of financial statements b) Review of internal controls
c) Compilation of financial information d) Investment appraisal (valuation of potential
investments)

Scenario-Based MCQ (Procedures for Reasonable Assurance): An auditor is planning an

audit to provide reasonable assurance on a company's financial statements. Which of the
following procedures is MOST likely to be performed during a reasonable assurance
engagement but not a limited assurance engagement? a) Inquiries of management b)
Analytical procedures (comparing financial data to industry benchmarks) c) Test of controls
(assessing the effectiveness of internal controls) d) All of the above procedures may be
performed in both types of engagements.

Normal MCQ (Users of Assurance Reports): Who are the PRIMARY users of assurance
reports? a) Only the company's management team b) Investors and creditors who rely on the
financial statements for decision-making c) The government tax authorities d) The general
public

Scenario-Based MCQ (Auditor Independence and Assurance): An auditor discovers that a

company's CEO is a close friend. According to assurance principles, how should the auditor
address this potential threat to independence? a) There is no need to take any action, as
friendship does not necessarily impair independence. b) The auditor can continue the
engagement if the CEO has no influence over the financial reporting process. c) The auditor
should disclose the relationship to the audit committee and consider resigning from the
engagement if independence cannot be maintained. d) The auditor should delegate the entire
audit to another team member.

Normal MCQ (Cost-Benefit of Assurance): What is a MAJOR factor to consider when

deciding whether to obtain assurance on financial statements? a) The size of the company's
marketing budget b) The qualifications of the company's accounting staff c) The potential
benefits of increased credibility versus the cost of the assurance engagement d) The
company's historical record of financial reporting errors

Normal MCQ (Definition): Which of the following statements BEST describes assurance in
the context of accounting and auditing? a) It is a guarantee that financial statements are
completely accurate. b) It is a process of decorating financial statements to make them more
visually appealing. c) It is the degree of confidence users can place in the reliability of
financial information. d) It is a legal requirement for all companies to have performed
annually.
Normal MCQ (Levels of Assurance): When an assurance provider issues a report with
"reasonable assurance," what does it imply? a) There is no chance of any errors existing in the

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information. b) The assurance provider has performed minimal testing and expresses limited
confidence. c) The assurance provider has conducted extensive testing and expresses a
high degree of confidence in the information being free from material misstatements. d)
The assurance provider can only comment on the reasonableness of the presentation of the
information.
Scenario-Based MCQ (Cost-Effectiveness): A startup company with limited resources is
considering obtaining assurance on its financial statements for the first time. Which level of
assurance would likely be more cost-effective in this scenario? a) Reasonable assurance b)
Limited assurance c) The level of assurance does not impact cost. d) It depends on the
complexity of the financial statements.
Normal MCQ (Factors Influencing Level): Which of the following factors would be MOST
influential in determining the appropriate level of assurance for an engagement? a) The size of
the company being assured. b) The qualifications of the assurance provider. c) The needs of
the intended users of the information (e.g., investors, creditors). d) The specific
accounting standards used by the company.
Scenario-Based MCQ (Choosing a Level): You are an assurance provider engaged to
perform an audit for a publicly traded company. The company's stock price is highly volatile,
and investors rely heavily on the financial statements for making investment decisions. What
level of assurance is most appropriate for this engagement? a) Limited assurance b)
Reasonable assurance is optional depending on the company's preference. c) The level of
assurance does not matter for public companies. d) Reasonable assurance, due to the high
reliance of users on the financial statements.
Normal MCQ (Procedures): Generally, which type of assurance engagement involves more
extensive procedures performed by the assurance provider? a) Both reasonable and limited
assurance involve the same level of procedures. b) Limited assurance, as it focuses on
specific areas. c) Reasonable assurance, as it aims for a higher level of confidence. d)
The type of procedures depends on the specific engagement, not the level of assurance.
Scenario-Based MCQ (Procedures): You are performing a limited assurance engagement on
a company's internal controls over inventory. While your procedures are not as comprehensive
as a full audit, what is your primary responsibility? a) To provide an opinion on the fairness of
the company's financial statements. b) To identify and report all material weaknesses in the
internal controls. c) To obtain a written representation from management about the
effectiveness of controls. d) To express a limited assurance opinion on whether the
internal controls are designed to mitigate the risk of material misstatement.
Normal MCQ (Benefits): What is a primary benefit of obtaining assurance on financial
statements? a) It reduces the company's tax liability. b) It guarantees that the financial
statements are error-free. c) It enhances the credibility and reliability of the financial
information for users. d) It simplifies the process of preparing financial statements.
Scenario-Based MCQ (Limitations): A company obtains a reasonable assurance opinion on
its financial statements. What is a limitation of assurance to be aware of? a) Assurance
engagements provide a complete guarantee of accuracy. b) The assurance provider is solely
responsible for any errors in the financial statements. c) Assurance is based on sampling
and testing, and there is always a possibility of undetected misstatements. d) Users
should not rely on the financial statements if they have been assured.

Example of Assurance Engagement (Normal MCQ):

Which of the following is an example of an assurance engagement? a) Bookkeeping services

for a small business b) Tax preparation for an individual c) An audit of a company's financial
statements by an independent auditor d) Providing financial advice to a client
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Why Assurance is Important (Normal MCQ):

Why is assurance important in the financial world? a) It allows companies to avoid paying
taxes. b) It guarantees that financial statements are completely accurate. c) It enhances the
credibility and reliability of financial information for users. d) It simplifies the process of
preparing financial statements.

Users of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

Who are the primary users of assurance reports? a) Only the management of the company
being assured. b) Primarily government regulators. c) Investors, creditors, lenders, and
other stakeholders who rely on financial statements. d) Only the assurance provider who
performed the engagement.

Benefit of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

What is a major benefit of obtaining assurance on a company's internal controls? a) It reduces

the cost of borrowing for the company. b) It identifies and helps address potential weaknesses
in controls. c) It guarantees that internal controls are always effective. d) It strengthens the
company's internal audit function.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Reason for Assurance):

A company is considering obtaining an audit for the first time. The company is privately held
and has a small group of investors who are familiar with the business. Why might the company
still benefit from an audit? a) Audits are only required for publicly traded companies. b) An
audit can identify areas for operational improvement. c) It is a legal requirement for all
companies to have an annual audit. d) An audit can provide independent assurance of the
financial statements, even for a small group of investors.

Assurance Engagements:
Normal MCQ:
Which of the following is an example of an assurance engagement? a) Bookkeeping for a
small business b) Auditing a company's financial statements c) Preparing tax returns for an
individual d) Providing management consulting services
Importance of Assurance:
Normal MCQ: Why is assurance important in the financial world? a) It removes all risk of
errors in financial information. b) It allows companies to avoid government regulations. c) It
enhances the credibility and reliability of financial information for users. d) It simplifies
the process of preparing financial statements.
Users of Assurance:
Scenario-Based MCQ: A company has just completed an audit of its financial statements.
Who are some of the MOST likely users who would rely on the assurance report? a) The
company's management team b) Investors considering buying the company's stock c) The
company's employees d) Only government regulators
Benefits of Assurance:
Normal MCQ: What is a primary benefit of obtaining a limited assurance engagement on a
company's internal controls? a) It guarantees the effectiveness of the controls. b) It provides
some level of comfort about the controls' ability to prevent errors. c) It reduces the

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workload for the company's internal audit team. d) It eliminates the need for the company to
maintain strong internal controls.
Scenario-Based MCQ: A bank is considering granting a loan to a company. The loan
approval process heavily relies on the company's audited financial statements. How does
assurance benefit the bank in this scenario? a) It ensures the company will never default on
the loan. b) It increases the bank's confidence in the reliability of the company's financial
information. c) It reduces the interest rate offered on the loan. d) It eliminates the need for the
bank to perform its own financial analysis.
Bonus MCQ (Combining Concepts):
Scenario-Based MCQ: A publicly traded company wants to obtain a reasonable assurance
opinion on its financial statements. This will involve the auditors performing extensive
procedures. What is the PRIMARY reason for these extensive procedures? a) To reduce the
cost of the audit for the company. b) To comply with specific legal requirements. c) To provide
a higher level of confidence in the absence of material misstatements in the financial
statements, which is crucial for users like investors. d) To identify and report all possible
errors in the financial statements, regardless of materiality.

Example of Assurance Engagement (Normal MCQ):

Which of the following is an example of an assurance engagement? a) Bookkeeping services

b) Tax preparation c) Financial statement audit d) Management consulting

Why Assurance is Important (Normal MCQ):

Why is assurance important in the context of financial statements? a) To ensure companies

pay the highest amount of taxes. b) To make financial statements more visually appealing. c)
To enhance the credibility and reliability of financial information for users. d) To identify
and prosecute individuals who commit accounting fraud.

Users of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

Who are the primary users of assurance reports on financial statements? a) Only the
company's management team b) Investors, creditors, and analysts c) The government tax
authorities d) The general public

Benefit of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

What is a major benefit of obtaining assurance on a company's internal controls? a) It reduces

the cost of borrowing for the company. b) It guarantees that internal controls are completely
effective. c) It helps to identify and mitigate the risk of material misstatements in
financial statements. d) It simplifies the process of implementing internal controls.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Assurance Engagement):

A company is considering engaging an assurance provider to review its compliance with a new
industry regulation. This type of engagement would most likely be classified as: a) A financial

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statement audit b) An agreed-upon procedures engagement c) A review engagement d) A
compilation engagement

Scenario-Based MCQ (Importance of Assurance):

A small business owner is hesitant to pay for an audit of their financial statements because
they believe the cost outweighs the benefits. What argument could convince the owner of the
importance of assurance? a) An audit is a legal requirement for all businesses. b) An audit
guarantees that the financial statements are completely error-free. c) An audit enhances the
credibility of the financial statements for potential lenders and investors. d) An audit
simplifies the process of preparing tax returns.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Users of Assurance):

A bank is reviewing the loan application of a company. Which of the following would be MOST
helpful to the bank in assessing the company's financial health? a) The company's internal
budget reports b) The company's marketing brochures c) The company's audited financial
statements d) The company's social media posts

Scenario-Based MCQ (Benefits of Assurance):

A company has implemented a strong system of internal controls over its inventory. How can
obtaining assurance on these controls benefit the company? a) It reduces the company's tax
liability. b) It identifies and eliminates all potential errors in the inventory records. c) It provides
independent verification of the controls, potentially leading to lower insurance
premiums. d) It allows the company to avoid complying with relevant accounting standards.

Why Assurance Isn't Absolute (Normal MCQ):

Why can assurance on financial statements never be absolute? a) Assurance providers are
not qualified to understand complex accounting standards. b) The financial statement
preparation process is inherently subjective. c) Assurance procedures are always time-
consuming and expensive. d) Assurance is based on sampling and testing, and there is
always a possibility of undetected material misstatements.

Limitation of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

Which of the following is a limitation of assurance engagements? a) Assurance providers can

guarantee the accuracy of every transaction in the financial statements. b) Assurance reports
provide detailed explanations of all accounting policies used by the company. c) Assurance
procedures are designed to identify only the most significant risks of misstatement. d)
Users of financial statements should solely rely on the assurance report for decision-making.

The Expectation Gap (Scenario-Based MCQ):

A company issues financial statements with an unmodified audit opinion (reasonable

assurance). An investor, who suffers losses after investing in the company, sues the auditor for
failing to detect fraud. This situation is an example of: a) The inherent risk of an audit
engagement. b) The auditor's negligence in performing procedures. c) The expectation gap

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between what users expect from an audit and what assurance actually provides. d) A
deliberate attempt by the company to mislead investors.

Managing the Expectation Gap (Normal MCQ):

How can auditors help to manage the expectation gap regarding assurance on financial
statements? a) By guaranteeing the complete accuracy of the financial information. b) By
simplifying the auditor's report to avoid technical language. c) By clearly communicating the
limitations of assurance in their reports and public pronouncements. d) By lobbying for
stricter accounting regulations to eliminate fraud.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Limitation of Assurance):

During an audit, the assurance provider identifies a potential weakness in the company's
internal controls over cash receipts. However, due to time constraints, the provider is unable to
perform additional procedures to fully assess the risk of material misstatement. What is the
MOST appropriate course of action? a) Ignore the identified weakness and complete the audit
as planned. b) Adjust the financial statements to reflect the potential impact of the weakness.
c) Disclose the limitation of the procedures performed in the audit report. d) Recommend
to the company that they engage a separate internal controls specialist.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Expectation Gap):

A board of directors is pressuring the audit team to issue a clean audit opinion (unmodified)
even though the auditors have identified some unresolved audit issues. This situation
highlights the importance of: a) Reducing the cost of the audit engagement. b) Simplifying the
audit procedures for efficiency. c) Maintaining auditor independence and professional
skepticism. d) Focusing on the needs of the company's management team.

Limitations of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

Why is absolute assurance on financial statements unachievable? a) Assurance providers are

not qualified to understand complex financial transactions. b) Financial statements are based
on estimates and judgments, not always exact figures. c) Assurance engagements are
designed to identify all fraud in a company. d) The cost of achieving absolute assurance would
be excessively high.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Limitations):

You are performing an audit for a company. During the audit, you identify a significant risk of
material misstatement due to weak internal controls over cash receipts. What limitation of
assurance is most relevant in this scenario? a) Assurance is based on sampling, and there is a
risk of undetected errors. b) Assurance providers are not responsible for preventing fraud. c)
The effectiveness of internal controls can be subject to management override. d) Users
may misunderstand the nature of the auditor's opinion.

The Expectation Gap (Normal MCQ):

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What is the term used to describe the difference between what users expect from an audit and
what assurance engagements can realistically provide? a) The materiality threshold b) The
audit risk model c) The expectation gap d) The inherent risk assessment

Scenario-Based MCQ (Expectation Gap):

A company experiences a significant financial loss after its financial statements have been
audited and received a clean opinion. Investors are upset and claim the audit was a failure.
What is a key factor that likely contributed to this situation? a) The auditor did not disclose all
material information in the audit report. b) The company deliberately misled the auditor during
the audit process. c) The investors may have had unrealistic expectations about what an
audit can guarantee. d) The audit standards were not properly applied by the assurance
provider.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Mitigating the Gap):

As an assurance provider, what can you do to help mitigate the expectation gap? a) Remain
silent and avoid any communication with users of the financial statements. b) Emphasize the
limitations of assurance in your audit report. c) Guarantee the accuracy of the financial
statements in your report. d) Focus solely on identifying and reporting material misstatements.

Normal MCQ (Management's Responsibility):

The primary responsibility for the fairness of financial statements rests with whom? a) The
assurance provider b) The government regulators c) The company's management d) The
investors and creditors

Why Assurance Isn't Absolute (Normal MCQ):

Why can assurance on financial statements never be absolute? a) Assurance providers are
not qualified to understand complex accounting standards. b) The financial statement
preparation process is inherently subjective. c) Assurance engagements are always rushed
and time-constrained. d) Assurance relies on sampling and testing, and there is always a
risk of undetected misstatements.

Limitation of Assurance (Normal MCQ):

What is a major limitation of a limited assurance engagement compared to a reasonable

assurance engagement? a) Limited assurance cannot be used for public companies. b)
Limited assurance providers are not subject to the same ethical codes. c) Limited assurance
procedures are less extensive, providing a lower level of confidence. d) Limited
assurance reports do not provide an opinion on the financial statements.

The Expectation Gap (Scenario-Based MCQ):

A company's management believes that an audit guarantees the complete accuracy of their
financial statements. However, the auditors explain the limitations of assurance. This scenario
represents: a) A misunderstanding of accounting standards. b) A communication breakdown

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between management and the auditors. c) The expectation gap, where users' expectations
of assurance may differ from reality. d) A lack of competence on the part of the auditors.

Managing the Expectation Gap (Normal MCQ):

How can auditors help to manage the expectation gap regarding assurance? a) By minimizing
their communication with users of the financial statements. b) By promising to detect all
potential errors in the financial statements. c) By clearly explaining the nature and
limitations of assurance in their reports. d) By prioritizing the needs of company
management over the needs of external users.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Limitation of Assurance):

An auditor discovers a material misstatement in a company's financial statements after issuing

a clean audit opinion. This situation highlights which limitation of assurance? a) The inherent
subjectivity in the financial statement preparation process. b) The potential for management
override of internal controls. c) The inherent risk of undetected misstatements due to
sampling and testing. d) The lack of independence of the assurance provider from the
company.

Statutory Audit Authority (Normal MCQ):

Who is responsible for issuing regulations on statutory audits in Bangladesh? a) International

Federation of Accountants (IFAC) b) The company's board of directors c) The Institute of
Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) (Not the relevant body) d)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB)

Purpose of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

What is the primary purpose of a statutory audit in Bangladesh? a) To provide tax advice to the
company b) To improve the efficiency of the company's operations c) To express an
independent opinion on the truth and fairness of the company's financial statements
(Wording may differ slightly) d) To assist management in detecting fraud

Value of Statutory Audit (Scenario-Based MCQ):

A company in Bangladesh is considering whether to conduct a statutory audit, even though it is

not legally required. What is a potential benefit of a statutory audit for this company? a) It
reduces the company's tax liability. b) It simplifies the process of bookkeeping. c) It enhances
the credibility of the company's financial statements for stakeholders like banks and
investors. d) It allows the company to avoid complying with accounting standards.

Stages of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

In which stage of a statutory audit does the auditor perform analytical procedures to identify
unusual fluctuations in the financial statements? a) Planning stage b) Interim audit procedures

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c) Testing of controls stage (May be performed at other stages too) d) Completion and
reporting stage

Overall Objective of the Auditor (Normal MCQ):

What is the overall objective of the statutory auditor according to ICB Auditing Standards
(ICAS)? (Equivalent to ISAs) a) To minimize the cost of the audit engagement b) To identify all
potential errors in the financial statements c) To obtain reasonable assurance about
whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. d) To provide
management with consulting services

Scenario-Based MCQ (ICAB Regulations):

A foreign company operating in Bangladesh is unsure about the specific requirements for a
statutory audit. Which source should they consult for the most up-to-date information? a) The
local tax authorities b) The company's home country accounting standards c) The Institute of
Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) website or publications d) International
Accounting Standards Board (IASB) pronouncements (May be relevant, but ICB standards
take precedence)

Scenario-Based MCQ (Stages of Audit):

During the planning stage of a statutory audit in Bangladesh, the auditor identifies a high risk of
fraud within the company. How should the auditor address this risk according to ICAB
guidelines? a) Ignore it and focus on the routine audit procedures. b) Terminate the audit
engagement immediately. c) Design and perform additional audit procedures to detect
potential fraud. d) Recommend that the company strengthen its internal controls (Can be
done alongside additional procedures).

Scenario-Based MCQ (Overall Objective):

The auditor has completed all the planned audit procedures according to ICAS and is satisfied
that there is no evidence of material misstatement. What is the next step? a) Recommend
improvements to the company's accounting systems. b) Provide management with consulting
advice on financial matters. c) Issue an audit report expressing an opinion on the truth
and fairness of the financial statements. d) Re-perform all audit procedures to ensure
complete accuracy.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Value of Audit):

After receiving a clean audit opinion from an ICB member, a bank is more willing to extend a
loan to the company in Bangladesh. This demonstrates which value of a statutory audit? a) It
simplifies the process of financial statement preparation. b) It enhances the credibility and
reliability of financial information for users like banks. c) It guarantees that the company's
financial statements are completely error-free. d) It identifies and eliminates all potential
weaknesses in the company's internal controls.

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Statutory Audit Authority (Normal MCQ):

Who is responsible for issuing regulations on statutory audits in Bangladesh? a) International

Accounting Standards Board (IASB) b) The company's board of directors c) The Institute of
Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) (Not the relevant institute) d)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB)

Purpose of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

What is the primary purpose of a statutory audit? a) To provide tax advice to the company b)
To improve the efficiency of the company's operations c) To express an independent
opinion on the fairness of the company's financial statements in accordance with
Bangladesh accounting standards d) To assist management in detecting fraud

Value of Statutory Audit (Scenario-Based MCQ):

A company in Bangladesh is considering whether to conduct a statutory audit, even though it is

not legally required. What is a potential benefit of a statutory audit for this company? a) It
reduces the company's tax liability. b) It simplifies the process of bookkeeping. c) It enhances
the credibility of the company's financial statements for stakeholders like banks and
investors. d) It allows the company to avoid complying with accounting standards.

Stages of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

In which stage of a statutory audit does the auditor perform analytical procedures? a) Planning
stage b) Interim audit procedures c) Testing of controls stage d) Completion and reporting
stage

Overall Objective of the Auditor (Normal MCQ):

What is the overall objective of the statutory auditor according to International Standards on
Auditing (ISAs) as adopted by ICB? a) To minimize the cost of the audit engagement b) To
identify all potential errors in the financial statements c) To obtain reasonable assurance
about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement in
accordance with Bangladesh accounting standards. d) To provide management with
consulting services

Scenario-Based MCQ (Statutory Audit vs. Internal Audit):

A company in Bangladesh has a well-established internal audit department. Does this

eliminate the need for a statutory audit? a) Yes, the internal audit provides sufficient
assurance. b) No, a statutory audit is still mandatory for certain companies under the
Bangladesh Companies Act or other regulations. c) It depends on the size and complexity of
the company. d) Internal audits focus on controls, while statutory audits focus on financial
statements. (All are partially true)

Scenario-Based MCQ (ICAB Regulations):

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A foreign company operating in Bangladesh is unsure about the specific requirements for a
statutory audit. Which source should they consult for the most up-to-date information? a) The
local tax authorities b) The company's home country accounting standards c) The Institute of
Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) website or publications d) International
Accounting Standards Board (IASB) pronouncements (may not be fully applicable in
Bangladesh)

Scenario-Based MCQ (Stages of Audit):

During the planning stage of a statutory audit in Bangladesh, the auditor identifies a high risk of
fraud within the company. How should the auditor address this risk? a) Ignore it and focus on
the routine audit procedures. b) Terminate the audit engagement immediately. c) Design and
perform additional audit procedures to detect potential fraud, considering relevant ICB
guidance. d) Recommend that the company strengthen its internal controls.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Overall Objective):

The auditor has completed all the planned audit procedures and is satisfied that there is no
evidence of material misstatements. What is the next step? a) Recommend improvements to
the company's accounting systems. b) Provide management with consulting advice on
financial matters. c) Issue an audit report expressing an opinion on whether the financial
statements are presented fairly in accordance with Bangladesh accounting standards.
d) Re-perform all audit procedures to ensure complete accuracy.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Value of Audit):

After receiving a clean audit opinion from an ICB-registered auditor, a bank in Bangladesh is
more comfortable approving a loan for the company. This demonstrates which value of a
statutory audit? a) It simplifies the process of financial statement preparation. b) It enhances
the credibility and reliability of financial information for users like banks. c) It guarantees
that the company'

Stages of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

In which stage of a statutory audit in Bangladesh does the auditor gain an understanding of the
company's business and risk environment? a) Testing of controls stage b) Completion and
reporting stage c) Planning stage d) Interim audit procedures (if applicable)

Stages of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

During which stage of a statutory audit does the auditor perform substantive procedures to test
the accuracy and completeness of financial statement balances? a) Planning stage b) Interim
audit procedures (if applicable) c) Testing of controls stage d) Completion and reporting
stage

Overall Objective of the Auditor (Normal MCQ):

What is the overall objective of the statutory auditor in Bangladesh, as per ICAB auditing
standards? a) To identify and prevent all potential errors in the financial statements b) To

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provide consulting advice to improve the company's financial performance c) To obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements comply with Bangladesh
Accounting Standards (BAS) and are free from material misstatement. d) To ensure the
company pays the correct amount of taxes

Scenario-Based MCQ (Stages):

The auditor is reviewing the company's inventory control procedures to assess their
effectiveness. This is most likely part of which stage of the statutory audit? a) Planning stage
b) Completion and reporting stage c) Testing of controls stage d) Interim audit procedures (if
applicable)

Scenario-Based MCQ (Objective):

The auditor has completed all planned audit procedures and believes the financial statements
are fairly presented in accordance with BAS. What should the auditor do next? a) Recommend
changes to the company's accounting software. b) Investigate any unresolved audit queries
further. c) Issue an audit report expressing an opinion on the fairness of the financial
statements and their compliance with BAS. d) Request additional information from
management to be absolutely certain about the accuracy.

Stages of Statutory Audit: In which stage of a statutory audit does the auditor perform
analytical procedures to identify unusual fluctuations in the financial statements? a) Planning
stage b) Testing of controls stage c) Interim audit procedures d) Completion and reporting
stage
Overall Objective of the Auditor: What is the overall objective of the statutory auditor
according to International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) as adopted by ICAB? a) To minimize
the cost of the audit engagement b) To identify all potential errors in the financial statements c)
To obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from
material misstatement. d) To provide management with consulting services
Scenario-Based MCQs:
Stages and Risk Assessment (Scenario): During the planning stage of a statutory audit in
Bangladesh, the auditor identifies a high risk of inventory obsolescence within the company.
How should the auditor address this risk in the subsequent stages of the audit? a) Ignore it and
focus on routine audit procedures for other areas. b) Terminate the audit engagement
immediately. c) Design and perform additional audit procedures to assess the valuation
of inventory, considering the risk of obsolescence. d) Recommend that the company
strengthen its inventory management practices. (This can be done alongside additional
procedures)
Overall Objective and Audit Opinion (Scenario): The auditor has completed all the planned
audit procedures and is satisfied that there is no evidence of material misstatements. What is
the next step, considering the overall objective of the audit? a) Recommend improvements to
the company's accounting systems. b) Provide management with consulting advice on

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financial matters. c) Issue an audit report expressing an opinion on whether the financial
statements comply with Bangladesh Accounting Standards (BAS) and are free from
material misstatement. d) Re-perform all audit procedures to ensure complete accuracy.

Statutory Audit Authority (Normal MCQ):

Who is responsible for issuing regulations on statutory audits in Bangladesh? a) International

Accounting Standards Board (IASB) b) The company's board of directors c) The Institute of
Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) d) The Bangladesh Bank

Stages of Statutory Audit (Normal MCQ):

In which stage of a statutory audit does the auditor perform analytical procedures to identify
unusual fluctuations in the financial statements? a) Planning stage b) Interim audit procedures
c) Testing of controls stage d) Completion and reporting stage

Overall Objective of the Auditor (Normal MCQ):

What is the overall objective of the statutory auditor according to International Standards on
Auditing (ISAs) as adopted by ICAB? a) To minimize the cost of the audit engagement b) To
identify all potential errors in the financial statements c) To obtain reasonable assurance
about whether the financial statements comply with Bangladesh Accounting Standards
(BAS) and are free from material misstatement. d) To provide management with consulting
services

Scenario-Based MCQ (Value of Statutory Audit):

A company in Bangladesh is hesitant to pay for a statutory audit because they believe it's not
necessary. What argument could convince them of its value? a) A statutory audit reduces the
company's tax liability. b) A statutory audit guarantees the complete accuracy of the financial
statements. c) A statutory audit enhances the credibility of the financial statements for
stakeholders like banks and investors. d) A statutory audit helps improve the efficiency of
the company's operations.

Scenario-Based MCQ (Stages of Audit):

During the planning stage of a statutory audit, the auditor identifies a high risk of inventory
obsolescence. How should the auditor address this risk in the subsequent stages? a) Ignore it,
as it's not a material risk. b) Terminate the audit engagement. c) Design and perform
additional audit procedures to assess the valuation of inventory. d) Recommend that the
company strengthen its internal controls over inventory.

Scenario-Based MCQ (ICAB Regulations):

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A foreign company operating in Bangladesh is unsure about the specific requirements for a
statutory audit. Which source should they consult for the most up-to-date information? a) The
local tax authorities (may not be relevant for specific audit requirements) b) The company's
home country accounting standards (may not be applicable in Bangladesh) c) The Institute of
Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) website or publications d) International
Accounting Standards Board (IASB) pronouncements (may not be fully applicable in
Bangladesh)

Scenario-Based MCQ (Overall Objective):

The auditor has completed all the planned audit procedures and is satisfied that there is no
evidence of material misstatements. What is the next step? a) Recommend improvements to
the company's accounting systems. b) Provide management with consulting advice on
financial matters. c) Issue an audit report expressing an opinion on whether the financial
statements comply with BAS and are free from material misstatement. d) Re-perform all
audit procedures to ensure complete accuracy.

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