Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 3: Business Knowledge for Internal Auditing — Question 232

Which of the following items represents the first thing that should be done with obtained data in the data analytics process?

Answer options

• A. Verify completeness and accuracy.
• B. Verify existence and accuracy.
• C. Verify completeness and integrity.
• D. Verify existence and completeness.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, highlights the importance of ensuring that the data is both complete and accurate before any analysis can proceed. Options B, C, and D, while focusing on verification, do not address both completeness and accuracy, which are critical for reliable data analysis.