A Lawyer's Refusal to Respond to a Letter of Audit

question 62

Multiple Choice

A lawyer's refusal to respond to a letter of audit inquiry normally requires the auditor to:

• A) issue a qualified opinion or a disclaimer of opinion.
• B) issue an unqualified opinion with an explanatory paragraph.
• C) issue a qualified or adverse opinion.
• D) issue a standard three-paragraph unqualified opinion.
• E) contact the client's in-house attorney for the relevant information.

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Definitions:

Living Together

The arrangement whereby individuals share a common living space without being married or otherwise legally committed to each other.

Socialization

The process of acquiring the language, accumulated knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and values of one’s society and culture and learning the social and interpersonal skills needed to function effectively in society.

Accumulated Knowledge

The total information and skills gathered over time through experience, education, or observation.

Interpersonal Skills

Abilities that facilitate effective communication and interaction with others, including empathy, listening, and conflict resolution.