Which of the Following Situations Would Most Likely Require Special

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations would most likely require special audit planning?

• A) Inventory consists of precious stones.
• B) Some items of factory and office equipment do not bear identification numbers.
• C) Depreciation methods used on the client's tax return differ from those used on the books.
• D) Assets costing less than $500 are expensed even though their expected life exceeds one year.

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