Distinguish between internal documentation and external documentation as types of audit evidence. Give two examples of each. Which type is considered more reliable?


Internal documentation involves the auditor's examination of documents that have been prepared and used within the client's organization and are retained without ever going to an outside party. Examples would include duplicate sales invoices, employees' time reports, and inventory receiving reports.
External documentation involves the auditor's examination of documents that have been in the hands of someone outside the client's organization. Examples include vendors' invoices, cancelled checks, cancelled notes payable, and insurance policies.

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