Explanation The primary basis on which audit objectives are established is the consideration of risks12. This involves identifying and assessing the risks that could prevent the organization from achieving its objectives12. The audit objectives are then designed to address these risks and provide assurance that the organization's controls are effective in managing them12. While audit risk, assessment of prior audits, and business strategy are important factors in the audit process, they are secondary to the fundamental requirement of considering risks12. References: Objectives of Auditing - Primary and Secondary Objectives of Auditing | Auditing Management Notes Audit Objectives | Primary and Subsidiary Audit Objectives - EDUCBA