A CPA Wishes to Mention the Names of Her Most

question 7

Multiple Choice

A CPA wishes to mention the names of her most prominent clients on her website.The mere existence of a professional relationship between a CPA and a small business client:

• A) Never may be disclosed due to the duty of confidentiality
• B) Never may be disclosed unless the client gives it specific consent
• C) Generally may be disclosed by a CPA as long as the substance of the communications between them is not disclosed
• D) Always may be disclosed, but it is advisable to first request the client's permission to avoid jeopardizing the client's goodwill

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