What Prohibition Does the Sarbanes-Oxley Act Impose on an Accounting

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Essay

What prohibition does the Sarbanes-Oxley Act impose on an accounting firm providing audit and nonaudit services to the same company?

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Definitions:

Direct Approach

A method used in accounting that focuses on the immediate recognition of revenues and expenses when they are incurred, without adjusting for accruals.

Indirect Approach

A method used in the preparation of the cash flow statement where net income is adjusted for non-cash transactions and changes in working capital.

Investing Activities

Financial transactions related to the acquisition and disposal of long-term assets and other investments not included in cash equivalents.

Financing Activities

Transactions and events where cash is raised from or repaid to investors, such as issuing shares or borrowing.