Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 116

The use of control totals satisfies which of the following control objectives?

Answer options

• A. Processing integrity
• B. Transaction integrity
• C. Distribution control
• D. System recoverability

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Control totals are used to ensure that the data processed is complete and accurate, which aligns with the control objective of processing integrity. The other options, such as transaction integrity and system recoverability, do not directly relate to the oversight of data completeness achieved through control totals.