
a.
State the reason for which independence is essential for auditors.
b.
Compare the significance of independence of CPA’s with that of other professionals such as attorneys.
c.
Explain the difference between independence of CPA’s with that of other professionals such as attorneys.
d.1
Identify whether the partner has violated the AICPA code of professional conduct.
d.2
State whether the ownership is probable to affect the partners’ independence of mind.
d.3
State the reason for which the strict requirements about stock ownership in the rules of conduct.
e.
Explain the manner in which the situations given affect the independence of mind and independence in appearance and evaluate the social consequence of prohibiting auditors.
f.
Explain the manner in which the situations given affect the independence of mind and independence in appearance and evaluate the social consequence of prohibiting auditors.

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