The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct

question 35

Multiple Choice

The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct:

• A) Makes whistleblowing concerning perceived illegal acts mandatory only if the amounts involved are material to a company
• B) Makes whistleblowing concerning perceived illegal acts mandatory only if the whistleblower is both a CPA and a company employee
• C) Does not make whistleblowing mandatory by CPAs working in industry, but the Integrity and Objectivity Rule expressly encourages it
• D) Tends to discourage it due to the duty of confidentiality

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Definitions:

Analog-to-Digital Conversion

The process of converting analog signals into digital format for processing, storage, or transmission.

Analog Wave

An analog wave is a continuous signal that varies smoothly over time, representing changes in physical quantities such as sound, light, or electrical voltage.

Video Resolution

The measure of the detail and clarity of a video image, typically expressed in pixels, such as 1080p or 4K.

Highly Digitized

Refers to processes, systems, or items that are extensively converted into digital form, enhancing their accessibility and functionality through computing devices.