Auditing and Assurance Services (16th Edition)
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 5, Problem 10RQ
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Differentiate among the auditor’s potential liability to the client, liability to third parties under common law, civil liability under the securities laws, and criminal liability. State one situation for each type of liability in which the auditor can be held legally responsible.

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