When Shareholders Use Audited Statements as the Basis for Their

question 34

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When shareholders use audited statements as the basis for their investment decisions,court imposed policy has shaped the law to consider this use outside the intended statutory purpose of the audit.In so doing,the courts have allowed the professional to be released from any duty of care to these individuals for any investment losses incurred as a result of relying on the audit.

Comprehend the importance of the cost of capital in the project evaluation process.

Describe and apply the concept of the discount rate in project evaluation.

Understand the limitations and advantages of various project evaluation methods.

Explain the importance of creating shareholder wealth and how capital budgeting decisions can impact it.

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