Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)The audit committee provides contact between the board of directors and the key officers of the company.
• B)The audit committee has become less involved in the financial accounting system as a result of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
• C)The audit committee is a subset of individuals on the board of directors that acts as a direct contact between the stockholders and the independent accounting firm.
• D)The board of directors consists of the company's external auditors.

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