Question 1
When an auditor issues a qualified report due to a scope limitation an explanatory paragraph is normally added. Which, if any, of the following paragraphs are also modified?
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Introductory | Scope | Opinion |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Introductory | Scope | Opinion |
Yes | Yes | No |
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Introductory | Scope | Opinion |
No | Yes | No |
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Introductory | Scope | Opinion |
No | Yes | Yes |
Question 2
When dealing with materiality and scope limitation conditions,
◦ a disclaimer of opinion must be issued.
◦ it is easier to evaluate the materiality of potential misstatements resulting from a scope limitation than for failure to follow GAAP.
◦ scope limitations imposed by the client are always considered material.
◦ an unqualified opinion may still be issued depending on the materiality of the scope limitation.