Which TWO of the following statements would be an advantage of adopting IFRS Standards? i) It would be easier for investors to compare the financial statements of companies with those of foreign competitors. ii) Cross-border listing would be facilitated. iii) Accountants and auditors would have more defence in case of litigation. iv) The IFRS Standards can be more easily tailored to reflect the industries of the territory adopting them.

Which TWO of the following statements would be an advantage of adopting IFRS Standards? i) It would be easier for investors to compare the financial statements of companies with those of foreign competitors. ii) Cross-border listing would be facilitated. iii) Accountants and auditors would have more defence in case of litigation. iv) The IFRS Standards can be more easily tailored to reflect the industries of the territory adopting them.

Contemporary Auditing

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Chapter6: Professional Roles

Section6.6: Charles Tollison, Audit Manager

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