GEN COMBO ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS & DECISION MAKING IN ACCOUNTING; CONNECT AC
GEN COMBO ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS & DECISION MAKING IN ACCOUNTING; CONNECT AC
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ISBN: 9781259912368
Author: Steven M Mintz Chair & Professor of Accounting
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 6, Problem 1DQ
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Discuss the liability of auditor for financial advice turned into loss.

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Yes, auditor should be held liable for financial losses incurred from financial advice. . A professional is liable in negligence for losses suffered by client falling within the scope of the professional’s duty.

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