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The aim is to explore how statistical sampling applies to external auditing practices.

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March 18, 2026

A Study of the Application of Statistical Sampling to External Auditing (Book).

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The aim is to explore how statistical sampling applies to external auditing practices.
Reviewing the content of the book by T.W. McRae
Analyzing key concepts presented in the book
Evaluating the methodologies discussed for practical application
Highlights the relevance of statistical sampling in improving audit quality
Demonstrates various sampling techniques used in external audits
Illustrates case studies that support statistical methods in auditing

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Abstract Reviews the book "A Study of the Application of Statistical Sampling to External Auditing," by T.W. McRae.

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Andrew D. Bailey

University of California, Santa Cruz

Philip E. Meyer

Boston University

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The Accounting Review

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Bailey et al. (Sat,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ba422e4e9516ffd37a22a7 — DOI: https://doi.org/10.2308/tar-4490789

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