Which control best demonstrates segregation of duties?
Correct answer: D. Different employees authorize, record and handle transactions
- A. One employee authorizes, records and safeguards cash
- B. The cashier prepares and approves the bank reconciliation
- C. The accountant keeps all accounting documents personally
- D. Different employees authorize, record and handle transactions
Explanation
Segregation of duties divides authorization, recording and custody among different people. This reduces the opportunity for one person to commit and conceal an error or fraud.
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