In Some Situations, the Interpretations of the Rules of Conduct

question 104

Multiple Choice

In some situations, the interpretations of the Rules of Conduct permit former partners to have relationships with a client of the firm without affecting the firm's independence.Which of the following situations would cause a loss of independence?

• A)The former partner works in the maintenance department of an audit client of his former firm.
• B)The former partner's grandson works in the warehouse of an audit client of his former firm.
• C)The former partner was held out as an associate of the firm.
• D)The former partner purchased 5% of the stock of an audit client of his former firm.

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