Which of the following controls is LEAST likely to detect
changes made online to master records?
A. Update access to master file is restricted to a
supervisor independent of data entry.
B. Clerks enter updates online and are finalized by an
independent supervisor.
C. An edit listing of all updates is produced daily and
reviewed by an independent supervisor.
D. An update authorization form must be approved by an
independent supervisor before entry.
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Answer: D
Approval by an independent supervisor prior to entry cannot
control changes made online. All other responses prevent or
detect the circumvention of controls.
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