AUDITING & ASSURANCE SERVICES CONNECT AC
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Author: MESSIER
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Chapter 2, Problem 2.25P
To determine
Introduction:Generally Accepted Auditing Standards are a set of guidelines which are to be followed by the auditors while conducting an audit.
To explain: The four categories of principles underlying an audit conducted in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and mention the actions of J that violate these principles.
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