Which of the following IS functions may be performed by the
same individual, without compromising on control or
violating segregation of duties?
A. Job control analyst and applications programmer
B. Mainframe operator and system programmer
C. Change/problem and quality control administrator
D. Applications and system programmer
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Answer: C
The change/problem and quality control administrator are two
compatible functions that would not compromise control or
violate segregation of duties. The other functions listed,
if combined, would result in compromising control.
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Question should be worded properly-It is not Quality control but Quality assurance
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