Which of the following is an example of impairment to internal auditor independence or objectivity'?

An example of impairment to internal auditor independence or objectivity is when internal auditors provide consulting services relating to operations for which they have current responsibilities. This creates a direct conflict of interest as the auditor is assessing parts of the organization for which they are responsible, potentially compromising their ability to remain objective and unbiased.

The IIA's Code of Ethics and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, particularly standards related to objectivity and independence.