CRA Quality Assurance Programs 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the role of a corrective action plan (CAP) following a QA finding?

Accepted Answer

To outline specific steps, responsible parties, and timelines to remediate identified deficiencies

Answer

A CAP provides a structured roadmap with accountability measures to ensure identified QA deficiencies are resolved systematically.

Question 2

Under a Uniform Guidance cost-sharing arrangement, which QA documentation practice is essential to demonstrate compliance?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining records that show cost-share contributions meet the same standards as direct charges

Answer

2 CFR 200.306 requires cost-sharing contributions to be verifiable, necessary, and documented with the same rigor applied to direct costs.

Question 3

A QA review reveals that a PI charged meals for a working lunch to a federal grant without documentation of the business purpose. Which cost principle is implicated?

Accepted Answer

Allowability and documentation under 2 CFR 200.403

Answer

2 CFR 200.403 requires that costs be adequately documented; without a business purpose, the charge fails the allowability test.

Question 4

What is the primary function of a compliance matrix in a research QA program?

Accepted Answer

To map regulatory requirements to internal controls and responsible offices

Answer

A compliance matrix cross-references applicable regulations, award terms, and internal policies to the controls and personnel responsible for each requirement.

Question 5

Which scenario most likely indicates a systemic QA problem rather than an isolated error?

Accepted Answer

Multiple departments consistently misclassifying capital equipment as supplies

Answer

Errors appearing across multiple departments with the same pattern suggest a system-level control or training failure, not an individual mistake.

(CRA) Certified Research Administrator Practice Test

(CRA) Certified Research Administrator Practice Test

CRA Quality Assurance Programs 3