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Which of the following is an application control, rather than a general IT control?
A check that rejects an invoice entry when the GST number length is wrong is an application control, since it works inside a specific application to ensure accurate input. Data centre access, change management and backups are general IT controls covering the entire IT environment.
- AAccess restrictions to the data centre
- BChange management procedures for program updates
- CA check that rejects an invoice entry if the GST number field is not of the prescribed lengthCorrect
- DOffsite backup of databases
Explanation
Application controls operate within a specific application to ensure accurate and complete processing, such as input validation checks. Data centre access, change management and backups are general IT controls that support the whole environment.
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