According to the Ethical Standards of the Profession, Which of the Following

question 35

Multiple Choice

According to the ethical standards of the profession, which of the following acts is generally prohibited?

• A)Issuing a modified report explaining a failure to follow a governmental regulatory agency's standards when conducting an attest service for a client.
• B)Revealing confidential client information during a quality review of a professional practice by a team from the state CPA society.
• C)Accepting a contingent fee for representing a client in an examination of the client's federal tax return by an IRS agent.
• D)Retaining client records after an engagement is terminated prior to completion and the client has demanded its return.

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Definitions:

Motivation Autonomous

The internal drive to undertake an activity for its inherent satisfaction or enjoyment, rather than due to external pressures or rewards.

Engaged in a Task

Being actively involved and committed to completing a specific job or duty.

Sales Job

Employment that focuses on selling products or services to customers, often involving targets and commissions.

Theories of Motivation

A set of interconnected theories that attempt to explain what motivates individuals to act in certain ways, including driving forces behind human behavior and action.