Accounting For Governmental & Nonprofit Entities
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ISBN: 9781259917059
Author: RECK, Jacqueline L., Lowensohn, Suzanne L., NEELY, Daniel G.
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 11, Problem 16C
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To determine
Indicate the seven threats to auditor independence, explain whether the threats are applicable in integration of the new accounting system.
b.
To determine
List out the items that would be included in the request for proposal (RFP).
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