QuestionsWhat are the circumstances where ''Auditing through the Computer'' approach must be used?
Saurabh JainSaurabh Jain asked 6 years ago
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RaviRavi Staff answered 6 years ago

hello saurabh
please what is the exact doubt
cannot explain whole answer here through typing
we can clear doubt on this platform , cannot teach through typing 🙂
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  • The application system processes large volumes of input and produces large volumes of output that make extensive direct examination of the validity of input and output difficult.
  • Significant parts of the internal control system are embodied in the computer system. For example, in an online banking system a computer program may batch transactions for individual tellers to provide control totals for reconciliation at the end of the day’s processing.
  • The logic of the system is complex and there are large portions that facilitate use of the system or efficient processing.
  • Because of cost-benefit considerations, there are substantial gaps in the visible audit trail.