When Determining the Sample Size for the Number of Items

Multiple Choice

When determining the sample size for the number of items the auditor should count during the physical inventory:

A) it is easy to quantify the number of items based on a formula developed by the AICPA.
B) one of the key determinants that must be considered is internal control over the physical count.
C) one of the key determinants that must be considered is the time involved.
D) generally accepted auditing standards require that at least 80% of the dollar value of the inventory should be included in the sample.