As a Result of Scott London's Actions to Give Inside

question 49

Multiple Choice

As a result of Scott London's actions to give inside tips about two audit clients, KPMG took each of the following actions except for

• A) Admitted London violated the firm's independence rules
• B) Issued a modified audit opinion on the clients financial statements because of the adverse actions of London
• C) Resigned from the engagements of the two clients
• D) Withdrew its audit report on the two clients

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