Which of the following is a reason that an entity may receive an audit? Select the best response and then click "Submit". O The entity has publicly traded stock. O The entity is required by regulators. O The entity is required by its lenders. Management wants assurance around accounting procedures and to reduce the risk of fraud. O All of the above

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Fraud

Fraud in accounting is the planned manipulation of financial documents to make a false appearance of corporate financial health. Moreover, it includes an employee, accountant, or the company itself misleading investors and shareholders.