Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part C

Chapter

Overview of Computerised Accounting System

Question:

What is the purpose of the Data Audit feature in CAS software?

(A) To generate financial reports

(B) To identify changes made in the original data and by whom

(C) To detect viruses in the system

(D) To allow access to confidential reports

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(A), (B) and (D) only

(A), (B) and (C) only

(D) only

(B) only

Correct Answer:

(B) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 4- (B) only.

Data Audit: This functionality enables users to track who has made changes to the original data and what those changes entail. This feature aids in assigning responsibility for data manipulation and upholds data integrity. Essentially, it functions similarly to an audit trail, providing a record of data modifications.