Feller, the sole owner of a small hardware business, has been told that the business should have its financial statements audited by an independent CPA. Feller, having some bookkeeping experience, has personally prepared the company’s financial statements and does not understand why such statements should be audited by a CPA. Feller discussed the matter with Farber, a CPA, and asked Farber to explain why an audit is considered important. a. Describe the objectives of an independent audit b. Identify five ways in which an independent audit may be beneficial to Feller

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