Why Is It the Client's Decision to Record Adjustments to the Financial

question 54

Multiple Choice

Why is it the client's decision to record adjustments to the financial statements?

• A)Having auditors adjust the financial statements would impair independence with respect to the client.
• B)The financial statements are the responsibility of the client's management.
• C)Auditors often do not have sufficient client-specific expertise to record adjustments to the financial statements.
• D)The client will ultimately suffer any losses related to misstated financial statements.

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