The Purpose of Requiring Communication Between the Predecessor and Successor

question 22

Multiple Choice

The purpose of requiring communication between the predecessor and successor auditor is:

• A) to allow predecessor to disclose information which would otherwise be confidential.
• B) to help the successor audit to evaluate whether to accept the engagement.
• C) to help the client by facilitating the change of auditors.
• D) to ensure that information which is provided to ASIC will be accurate.

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Definitions:

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