The Auditor's Responsibility with Regard to Illegal Acts Is Greatest

question 26

Multiple Choice

The auditor's responsibility with regard to illegal acts is greatest when:

• A) The illegal acts have an indirect and material effect on financial statement amounts
• B) The illegal acts have a direct and material effect on financial statement amounts
• C) The illegal acts have a direct and immaterial effect on financial statement amounts
• D) Illegal acts exist regardless of the effects on the financial statements

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