In evaluating the fair value of net assets in an acquisition the auditor has to gather independentevidence in deciding whether the assessed values are appropriate. Which of the following is not one ofthe steps the auditor normally would perform in making that assessment?Evaluate the qualifications of the specialist.O Determine their independence from the client.Make the valuations themselves.O Review methodology.

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In evaluating the fair value of net assets in an acquisition the auditor has to gather independent evidence in deciding whether the assessed values are appropriate. Which of the following is not one the steps the auditor normally would perform in making that assessment? O Evaluate the qualifications of the specialist. O Determine their independence from the client. Make the valuations themselves. Review methodolom

In evaluating the fair value of net assets in an acquisition the auditor has to gather independent evidence in deciding whether the assessed values are appropriate. Which of the following is not one the steps the auditor normally would perform in making that assessment? O Evaluate the qualifications of the specialist. O Determine their independence from the client. Make the valuations themselves. Review methodolom

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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