Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Type

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a Type I subsequent event?

• A)A related-party transaction occurs during the course of the audit.
• B)The company defaults on its line-of-credit with the bank subsequent to year end but previous to the release of the audit opinion.
• C)Litigation that was accrued as a liability in the year under audit is settled subsequent to year-end for an amount in excess of estimates.
• D)The company initiates an initial public offering subsequent to year-end.

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Definitions:

Negligence

Not acting with the caution a reasonably careful person would use in similar situations.

Defence

Defence refers to the argument or strategy used by an individual or party to oppose or fight against a claim or accusation in legal proceedings.

Standard of Care

The degree of prudence and caution required of an individual who is under a duty of care.

Federal Statute

A law enacted by the national government of a federal system that applies throughout the country and supersedes state laws in areas of federal competence.