Which of the Following Is Not a Management Characteristic That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a management characteristic that increases pressure to commit fraudulent financial reporting?

• A) close relationship with the current audit engagement partner and manager
• B) pay for performance incentives based on short-term performance measures
• C) high management and employee turnover
• D) highly optimistic earnings projections

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