The Refusal by a Client's Lawyer to Provide a Representation

question 23

Multiple Choice

The refusal by a client's lawyer to provide a representation about the legality of an act committed by the client is generally ________.

• A)sufficient reason to issue an adverse opinion
• B)considered to be a scope limitation
• C)insufficient reason to modify the auditor's report due to the lawyer's obligation of confidentiality
• D)proper grounds to withdraw from the engagement

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Definitions:

Behavioural

Pertains to the observable actions or responses of an organism, often studied in psychology to understand the underlying mental processes and motivations.

Cognitive

Relating to mental processes such as perception, memory, thinking, and problem-solving.

Physiological Arousal

A state of heightened physiological activity, involving the nervous and endocrine systems, often in response to stimuli.

Autonomic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.