Quality Auditor Certification Quality Auditor Certification Audit Evidence and Verification

Question 1

According to ISO 19011, which of the following is a primary category of audit evidence?

Accepted Answer

Records, statements of fact, and other verifiable information

Answer

ISO 19011 defines audit evidence as records, statements of fact, or other verifiable information relevant to the audit criteria.

Question 2

Which evidence collection technique involves physically watching a process being performed?

Accepted Answer

Observation

Answer

Observation involves directly watching a process or activity to verify that it is being performed as documented.

Question 3

What makes audit evidence 'sufficient' under auditing standards?

Accepted Answer

It is adequate in quantity to support the audit conclusion

Answer

Sufficiency refers to the quantity of evidence needed to reasonably support an audit finding or conclusion.

Question 4

An auditor finds conflicting evidence from two sources. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Seek additional evidence to resolve the conflict before drawing conclusions

Answer

Conflicting evidence requires further investigation to determine which source is reliable before the auditor can reach a valid conclusion.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of objective evidence in a quality audit?

Accepted Answer

A signed calibration record showing instrument was calibrated on schedule

Answer

Objective evidence is factual, verifiable data such as a dated, signed calibration record that can be independently confirmed.

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