Why Is It Important for Auditors to Understand Their Clients

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Essay

Why is it important for auditors to understand their clients' business risks?

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Definitions:

Inception Date

The date on which an agreement, policy, or financial instrument becomes effective or is entered into.

Fair Value

A projected price for an asset or liability that could be transferred between agreeable, well-informed participants in a transaction that is free from any special relationship.

Present Value

The current worth of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows given a specified rate of return, used in evaluating investment opportunities.

Lease Receivable

An amount due to the lessor under a lease agreement, representing the lessor's right to receive payments from the lessee.