The definition of internal control developed by the committee of sponsoring organizations (coso) includes controls related to the reliability of financial reporting, the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, and: a. compliance with applicable laws and regulations. b. effectiveness of prevention of fraudulent occurrences. c. safeguarding of entity equity. d. incorporation of ethical business practice standards.

A. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Explanation:

The definition of internal control developed by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) includes controls related to the reliability of internal and external reporting, the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, and Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

what

explanation:

cognitive overload: having a lot on your mind impairs decision-making and tends to result in the simplest, but not necessarily best, option being selected.

empathy gaps: overlooking how you might feel in a different situation can result in unnecessary purchases, such as overbuying when shopping for food on an empty stomach.

optimism and overconfidence: wearing rose-tinted glasses and having unrealistic expectations about the future can affect money management and leave you unprepared for a change in circumstance.

instant gratification: seeking instant gratification drives impulsive spending and can undermine long-term planning and savings.

harmful habits: automatic or mindless behaviour can amplify a poor financial decision as it becomes a recurring event.

social norms: we are heavily influenced by the actions of others; while this can be in certain circumstances, it also contributes to the pressure to keep up with the joneses through conspicuous consumption.