The Term "Explanatory Paragraph" Was Replaced in the AICPA Auditing

question 47

Multiple Choice

The term "explanatory paragraph" was replaced in the AICPA auditing standards with

• A) going concern paragraph.
• B) emphasis-of-matter paragraph.
• C) departure from principles paragraph.
• D) consistency paragraph.

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Definitions:

Residual Income

The income that remains after all required costs of capital and operating expenses have been paid.

Return on Investment

A financial ratio that calculates the profitability of an investment by dividing the profit from the investment by the cost of the investment.

Goal Congruence

The alignment of individual, team, or department goals with the overall objectives of the organization to ensure everyone is working towards the same outcomes.

Expectancy Theory

A theory in psychology that explains the process individuals undergo to make decisions based on the expected outcomes of their actions.