Question

The objectives of internal control are to a.provide reasonable assurance that assets are safeguarded and used for business purposes, business information is accurate, and laws and regulations are complied with b.control the internal organization of the accounting department personnel and equipment

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is A

Explanation:

Internal control is the control which comprise of everything that controls the risk for the organization. At the level of organizational, the objectives or goals of internal control relate to the reliability of financial reporting, compliance with the regulations as well as laws and timely feedback on accomplishment of operational goals.

The goals of the internal control are:

Safeguard the assets of business

Promote the operational efficiency.

Ensure reliability as well as integrity of the accounting information as well as data.

Ensure adherence to the policies as well as procedures of management.

Therefore, from the above options, the goal is to provide assurance that assets are safeguarded and used for business purpose.