The auditor would like to test the existence and accuracy of the transfer of goods from the raw materials storeroom to the manufacturing assembly lines.Which of the following audit procedures should be used?
A)Conduct a variance analysis of the costs associated with manufacturing,looking for gross profit fluctuations.
B)Account for a sequence of raw material requisitions,examining details and looking for proper approvals.
C)Look at overtime records to determine the amount and timing of overtime hours used in the manufacturing process.
D)Inquire with the inventory custodian regarding procedures used to transfer raw materials to the production line.

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This procedure involves tracking the movement of raw materials from the storeroom to the assembly line, ensuring that the correct quantities were transferred and properly approved. This helps to test the existence and accuracy of the transfer of goods. The other options are not relevant to this specific audit objective.

The Auditor Would Like to Test the Existence and Accuracy