Professional Scepticism

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Definition

Professional Scepticism means an attitude that includes:

  • a questioning mind
  • being alert to conditions which may indicate possible misstatement due to fraud or error, and
  • a critical assessment of audit evidence

References

  • ISA 200 Overall Objectives of the Independent Auditor and the Conduct of an Audit in Accordance with International Standards on Auditing