Question 68 Which of the following statements aligns with legitimacy theory? O Companies will engage in sustainability practices because it is an expectation of society. O Companies will engage in sustainability practices because they believe their responsibility extends beyond shareholders. Companies will engage in sustainability practices because they believe the benefits will outweigh the costs. Companies will voluntarik disclose their sustainability practices in the annual report. Companies will engage in sustainability practices because they believe they must protect more than just the company's assets.

Question 68 Which of the following statements aligns with legitimacy theory? O Companies will engage in sustainability practices because it is an expectation of society. O Companies will engage in sustainability practices because they believe their responsibility extends beyond shareholders. Companies will engage in sustainability practices because they believe the benefits will outweigh the costs. Companies will voluntarik disclose their sustainability practices in the annual report. Companies will engage in sustainability practices because they believe they must protect more than just the company's assets.

Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach to Conducting a Quality Audit

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Publisher:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Chapter17: Other Services Provided By Audit Firms

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