An auditor most likely would apply analytical procedures in the overall review stage of an audit to:

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Choice "C" is correct. In performing analytical procedures as an overall review, the auditor determines whether adequate evidence has been gathered in response to unusual or unexpected balances identified during the audit, and may decide that additional audit procedures are warranted. In addition, the auditor may identify unusual or unexpected balances not already noted during the audit, which would also require the application of further auditing procedures. Choice "A" is incorrect. Analytical procedures applied during the overall review stage of the audit are meant to evaluate the overall financial statement presentation, and to assess the conclusions reached by the auditor. This is a high-level review, and one that focuses on the financial statements. As such, it would not be likely to enhance the auditor's understanding of subsequent events. Choice "B" is incorrect. Analytical procedures applied during the overall review stage of the audit are meant to evaluate the overall financial statement presentation, and to assess the conclusions reached by the auditor. This is a high-level review, and one that focuses on the financial statements. As such, it would not be likely to identify omitted auditing procedures. Choice "D" is incorrect. Analytical procedures applied during the overall review stage of the audit are meant to evaluate the overall financial statement presentation, and to assess the conclusions reached by the auditor. This is a high-level review, and one that focuses on the financial statements. As such, it would not be useful in evaluating the effectiveness of the client's internal control activities.

An Auditor Most Likely Would Apply Analytical Procedures in the Overall