Question 1
Name three characteristics of evidence from the perspective of a scientist doing an experiment, a lawyer prosecuting an accused thief, and an auditor of financial statements. For the three characteristics that you name, describe briefly the similarities and the differences among these three professions.
Question 2
Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding audit evidence?
◦ Responses to the auditor's questions by client employees are considered highly persuasive evidence.
◦ Audit evidence should provide an absolute level of assurance.
◦ The auditor uses evidence to determine whether the statements are fairly presented.
◦ All evidence must be highly persuasive.