Auditing And Assurance Services
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ISBN: 9780134897431
Author: ARENS, Alvin A.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 24, Problem 33DQP
a.
To determine
Determine the adjustments that must be made for Company A’s financial statements.
b.
To determine
Explain the reasons for resisting in the making of adjustments by Company A.
c.
To determine
Explain the positive way of approaching management for convincing them to make your proposed changes.
d.
To determine
Explain the responsibilities related to unadjusted misstatements.
e.
To determine
Explain the impact of adjustments on audit report and internal control over financial reporting.
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