Which of the Following Is a True Statement Regarding Auditors

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement regarding auditors' liability?

• A) The level of care is easy to determine in a review or compilation.
• B) Engagement letters will relieve the auditor of all liability.
• C) An auditor will always be guilty of negligence if they fail to uncover fraud.
• D) The most common source of lawsuits against CPAs is from clients.

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Definitions:

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