A CPA Recently Inherited $400,000 of Stock Outstanding in One

question 27

Multiple Choice

A CPA recently inherited $400,000 of stock outstanding in one of her audit clients.In an attempt to maintain her independence,she placed her holdings of this audit client's stock into a trust.The trust is managed by a well-known independent trustee,JP Bankers Trust Services.The CPA's two young children are the sole beneficiaries of this trust.The CPA:

• A) Successfully has maintained her independence because none of the trust's assets directly benefit her
• B) Successfully has maintained her independence because she does not have control of these assets
• C) Has not maintained her independence because of the serious self-review threat presented
• D) Has not maintained her independence because she still is considered to have an interest in her audit client

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Definitions:

Scientific Management

Early 20th century theory introduced by Frederick Taylor and his colleagues that analyzes workflow through systematic observation or reasoning.

Job Design Management

Involves structuring job roles, tasks, and responsibilities in a way that maximizes employee efficiency and satisfaction, considering factors such as autonomy and variety.

Systematic Management

An approach to management that focuses on processes and procedures, emphasizing efficiency, standardization, and the overall coordination of all parts of an organization to achieve its objectives.

Performance-Based Pay

A compensation model that ties employees' salary or bonuses to their performance or achievements in the workplace.