When a Client Company Does Not Maintain Its Own Stock

question 538

Multiple Choice

When a client company does not maintain its own stock records, the auditor should obtain written confirmation from the transfer agent and registrar concerning:

• A) Restrictions on the payment of dividends.
• B) The number of shares issued and outstanding.
• C) Guarantees of preferred stock liquidation value.
• D) The number of shares subject to agreements to repurchase.

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Definitions:

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