Question 6-54

Assume that an auditor wishes to use analytical procedures as a substantive procedure. Indicate how substantive analytical procedures could be used in assisting the auditor in testing the following accounts:

a. Interest expense related to bonds outstanding.

b. Natural gas expense for a public utility company.

c. Supplies expense for a factory.

d. Cost of goods sold for a fast-food franchisor (e.g., Wendys or McDonalds). Note that cost of goods sold tends to average about 35% of sales in fast-food franchises.

e. Salary expense for an office (region) of a professional services firm.