Baker, CPA, Was Engaged to Review the Financial Statements of Hall

question 193

Multiple Choice

Baker, CPA, was engaged to review the financial statements of Hall Co., a nonissuer. During the engagement Baker uncovered a complex scheme involving client illegal acts and fraud that materially affect Hall's financial statements. If Baker believes that modification of the standard review report is not adequate to indicate the deficiencies in the financial statements, Baker should:

• A) Disclaim an opinion.
• B) Issue an adverse opinion.
• C) Withdraw from the engagement.
• D) Issue a qualified opinion.

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