Under Common Law,which of the Following Statements Most Accurately Reflects

question 30

Multiple Choice

Under common law,which of the following statements most accurately reflects the liability of a CPA who fraudulently gives an opinion on an audit of a client's financial statements?

• A)The CPA is liable only to third parties in privity of contract with the CPA.
• B)The CPA is liable only to known users of the financial statements.
• C)The CPA probably is liable to any person who suffered a loss as a result of the fraud.
• D)The CPA probably is liable to the client even if the client was aware of the fraud and did not rely on the opinion.

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Definitions:

Exploitation

The action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work or resources.

Privilege

Unearned advantage accorded to members of dominant social groups (males, whites, heterosexuals, the physically able, etc.).

Unearned

Income or benefits received without a direct exchange of goods or services, such as inheritance, gifts, or subsidies.

Genetic Diversity

The total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species, supporting adaptability and survival.