A Deficiency in an Operation Exists When ________

A deficiency in an operation exists when ________.

A) a properly designed control does not operate as designed or the person performing the control does not possess the necessary authority or competence to perform the control effectively
B) properly designed control operates as designed and the person performing the control possesses the necessary authority or competence to perform the control effectively
C) it has become clear to the auditor that performance of the operation creates significant risk that a material misstatement will not be detected by the client system
D) an improperly designed control does not operate as designed or the person performing the control possesses the necessary authority or competence to perform the control effectively