When a Subsequent Event Provides Evidence About Conditions That Did

question 71

Multiple Choice

When a subsequent event provides evidence about conditions that did not exist at the balance sheet date,what is the best course of action for the auditor to follow?

• A)Ensure that any necessary footnote disclosures be included with the statements.
• B)Ensure that the financial statements are adjusted to reflect the information,including any necessary footnote disclosures.
• C)Give an inappropriate opinion.
• D)Provide management with a new engagement letter to document the terms of the revised arrangement.

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Definitions:

Product-variety Externality

The impact on consumer welfare or market efficiency due to variety in products available, often seen as a positive externality in markets.

Business-stealing Externality

A negative effect where a new entrant in a market draws customers from existing businesses, potentially harming those businesses without creating new value for the market as a whole.

Negative Externality

A cost that affects a party who did not choose to incur that cost, often associated with the production or consumption of a good or service.

Advertising

The activity or profession of promoting products, services, or ideas through various forms of media.