Exam ISO-IEC-42001-Lead-Auditor Topic 1 Question 114 Discussion

Actual exam question for PECB's ISO-IEC-42001-Lead-Auditor exam
Question #: 114
Topic #: 1
Which of the following pieces of evidence collected during the certification audit can be considered the most reliable? Refer to Scenario 4.
Scenario 4: Finalogic leads the application of artificial intelligence in the financial services sector, which is used to improve risk assessment, fraud detection, and customer service. The company has implemented an artificial intelligence management system AIMS based on ISO/IEC 42001 to ensure operational quality, ethical Al use, regulatory compliance, and transparency, allowing for consistent oversight and structured governance.
This month, Finalogic is undergoing an audit to obtain certification against ISO/IEC 42001, a critical step in demonstrating its commitment to responsible Al. To evaluate Finalogic's conformity to the audit criteria, the audit team adopted a comprehensive, evidence-based approach. The gathered evidence ranged from analyses of unquantifiable information to analyses of samples related to determining the audit criteria-including internal reports generated by Finalogic's own Al system-which assert successful integration and compliance with the standard.
Additionally, presentations by the company's Al team during the audit highlighted the system's success in customer service enhancements and fraud detection, emphasizing improved efficiency, decision making accuracy, and user trust. An evaluation report prepared by an independent third party firm specializing in Al systems also provided an objective review of Finalogic's AIMS. It assessed the system's effectiveness, bias, and compliance through a thorough examination.
During the audit, the audit team applied the same level of effort and utilized the same techniques across all audit areas, regardless of their risk level. This strategy ensured a consistent and thorough evaluation of the AIMS, uncovering any latent weaknesses or inefficiencies that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Despite Finalogic's advanced AIMS and adherence to ISO/IEC 42001 for ethical Al practices, there remains a risk of Al algorithms inadvertently perpetuating bias or making inaccurate predictions due to unforeseen flaws in training data or algorithmic models. This could lead to unfair loan rejections or approvals, potentially causing financial losses or damaging the company's reputation for fairness and accuracy in its financial services. By acknowledging these risks. Finalogic remains committed to refining its Al governance, implementing bias mitigation strategies, and enhancing transparency to uphold its reputation as a leader in Al driven financial services.

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Audit evidence varies in terms of reliability. According to ISO 19011:2018, the most reliable audit evidence is:
* Obtained from independent sources outside the audited organization
* Directly observed or obtained by the auditor
* Supported by documentation and cross-verification
In the scenario, the evaluation report was prepared by "an independent third-party firm specializing in AI systems," which makes it more objective and reliable than internal reports or presentations by the audited organization.
Reference:
ISO 19011:2018, Clause 6.5.4 - Reliability of audit evidence
ISO/IEC 42001:2023, Clause 9.2.2 - Requirements for objective evidence
PECB ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor Study Guide - Chapter: Types and Sources of Audit Evidence Certainly! Below are the answers to Questions 31 through 35, formatted in your requested structure with verified references to ISO/IEC 42001:2023, ISO 19011:2018, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, and the PECB Lead Auditor Study Guide.
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by Algernon at Mar 24, 2026, 12:18 AM

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