Auditing And Assurance Services
17th Edition
ISBN: 9780134897431
Author: ARENS, Alvin A.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 25DQP
a.
To determine
Provide the educational criteria that are eligible for a person to attend CPA exam in state.
b.
To determine
Identify the work experience required in the state and also state whether it would a person with experience in accounting or internal auditor are qualified to become CPA.
c.
To determine
Provide a frequently asked question that is related to experience and education for the state.
d.
To determine
Explain the Elijah Watt Sells award.
e.
To determine
Provide the passing percentage for each section in CPA exam for the recent quarter.
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Auditing And Assurance Services
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