The Confidentiality Rules in the AICPA's Code of Ethics for CPAs

question 11

Multiple Choice

The confidentiality rules in the AICPA's code of ethics for CPAs prohibits accountants

• A) from testifying against a former client in a court of law
• B) from communicating with successor auditors
• C) from obtaining legal counsel prior to disclosing information obtained in an accountant-client relationship
• D) from voluntarily disclosing information obtained in an accountant-client relationship

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