Which tests is an IS auditor performing when certain program
is selected to determine if the source and object versions
are the same?
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Answer / bbb
A. Substantive test of program library controls
B. Compliance test of program library controls
C. Compliance test of the program compiler controls
D. Substantive test of the program compiler controls
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Answer / david
D. Substantive test of the program compiler controls
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