An Auditor Would Be Least Likely to Use External Confirmation

question 5

Multiple Choice

An auditor would be least likely to use external confirmation procedures in connection with the examination of:

• A)long-term debt.
• B)property, plant and equipment.
• C)inventories.
• D)issued share capital.

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Definitions:

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