EP AUDITING+ASSURANCE...-MYACCT.LAB
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Author: ARENS
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Chapter 25, Problem 28DQP
a.
To determine
Explain the situations under which it is and is not acceptable to undertake the engagement.
b.
To determine
Explain the importance of understanding the reporting requirements prior to the engagement proceeds by Person CM.
c.
To determine
Identify the information that Person CM will need to provide prior to the completion of forecasted statements.
d.
To determine
Explain the nature of the report issued with the forecasts in as specific terms as possible.
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