During the Course of an Audit, a CPA Discovers an Error

question 38

Multiple Choice

During the course of an audit, a CPA discovers an error in a prior return. According to the Statements on Standards for Tax Services, the CPA should

• A)ask the client for permission to disclose the error to the IRS.
• B)withdraw from the engagement.
• C)inform the IRS of the error, regardless of whether the client grants permission.
• D)correct the error in the current year's tax return.

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Definitions:

Androgens

Male sex hormones such as testosterone that regulate the development of male characteristics.

Estrogens

A group of steroid hormones that play a major role in the regulation of the female reproductive system and the development of female secondary sex characteristics.

Follicle Stimulating Hormone

A hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that promotes the formation of ova or sperm.

Granulosa Cells

Specialized cells found within the ovary that are involved in the development of the oocyte and the production of estrogen.