Describe the Process Involved in the Auditor's Client Acceptance Decision

question 17

Essay

Describe the process involved in the auditor's client acceptance decision.

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Definitions:

Treasury Shares

Stocks that were issued and later reacquired by the issuing company, reducing the amount of outstanding stock on the open market.

Contributed Surplus

An account on the shareholders' equity section of the balance sheet that represents the excess amount investors paid over the par value of the shares.

Retained Earnings

Accumulated net incomes of a company not paid out as dividends but retained for reinvestment in the business or to pay off debts.

Shareholders' Equity

This represents owners' claims after all liabilities have been deducted from the total assets of a company.