Which of the Following Is a Conceptual Difference Between the Attestation

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a conceptual difference between the attestation standards and generally accepted auditing standards?

• A) The attestation standards provide a framework for the attest function beyond historical financial statements.
• B) The requirement that the practitioner be independent in mental attitude is omitted from the attestation standards.
• C) The attestation standards do not permit an attest engagement to be part of a business acquisition study or a feasibility study.
• D) None of the standards of fieldwork in generally accepted auditing standards are included in the attestation standards.

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