Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach to Conducting a Quality Audit
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ISBN: 9781305080577
Author: Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg
Publisher: South-Western College Pub
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Chapter 5, Problem 25MCQ
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Auditing standards:
Auditing standards are guidelines to perform the audit in an effective and efficient manner. These standards are prepared by organizations like PCAOB, AICPA, and IAASB.
To choose: The correct statement regarding auditing standard setting in the United States.
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Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach to Conducting a Quality Audit
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- Which of the following statements about the auditor's responsibilities in public company audits is true as covered by the PCAOB? A. The auditor issues an opinion on the financial statements and management issues the opinion on internal control over financial reporting. B. The auditor issues an opinion on the financial statements only if internal control over financial reporting is found to be effective. C. The auditor issues an opinion on the financial statements; if those are found to be fairly stated, the auditor proceeds to issue an opinion on internal control over financial reporting. D. The auditor issues opinions on the financial statements and internal control over financial reporting.arrow_forwardVarious organizations develop standards for audits and regulate CPA firms. Compare and contrast the roles of the AICPA, the PCAOB, and the state boards of accountancy along the following dimensions: a. Standard setting. b. Regulation of CPA firms. c. Source of authority.arrow_forward**Objective Question:** Which set of standards governs the conduct of audits performed by certified public accountants (CPAs) in the United States? A) IFRS B) GAAP C) GAAS D) ISAarrow_forward
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