An Auditor Has Received a Solicitor's Letter in Which No

question 27

Multiple Choice

An auditor has received a solicitor's letter in which no significant disagreements with the client's assessments of contingent liabilities were noted. The resignation of the client's solicitor shortly after receipt of the letter should
Alert the auditor that:

• A) undisclosed unasserted claims may have arisen.
• B) the solicitor was unable to form a conclusion with respect to the significance of litigation, claims and assessments.
• C) the auditor must begin a new examination of contingent liabilities.
• D) an adverse opinion will be necessary.

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Definitions:

Commission Payment

A method of remuneration for services or facilitating transactions, typically calculated as a percentage of the transaction value.

Non-refundable Deposit

A sum of money paid in advance as part of a total payment that is not returned, regardless of whether a service or product is ultimately provided.

Pre-estimate Damages

Pre-estimate damages are compensation amounts agreed upon by parties involved in a contract, to be paid if one party breaches the contract.

Breach of Contract

Occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations under a contract, allowing the other party to seek legal remedies.