Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
16th Edition
ISBN: 9780134065823
Author: Alvin A. Arens, Randal J. Elder, Mark S. Beasley, Chris E. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 25, Problem 30DQP
a.
To determine
Explain the reasons for which Person J is unlikely to be able to issue the audit report on the three specific accounts without additional audit tests.
b.
To determine
State the additional tests that are likely to be required prior the report on the three specific accounts can be issued.
c.
To determine
Write a report for the given situation by making necessary assumptions.
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