Which of the following control activities would most likely influence the behavior of managers?
A) Monitoring compliance with internal controls
B) Limiting direct access to assets by physical isolation and security devices
C) Establishing budgets or standards and identifying variances from these budgets or standards
D) Supporting employees with the resources necessary to discharge their responsibilities

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Establishing budgets or standards and identifying variances from these budgets or standards would most likely influence the behavior of managers, as they would have to adhere to these standards and meet the identified variances. This control activity sets expectations and provides a basis for evaluating performance, which can influence behaviors of managers.

Which of the Following Control Activities Would Most Likely Influence