Due to a shortage of personnel, the client asks a member firm to assist with the authorization of accounting transactions. This is an example of which type of threat to compliance with which of the rules under the AICPA's Code of Professional Conduct?
A) management participation
B) self-interest
C) self-review
D) undue influence

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This situation represents a management participation threat, as the member firm is being asked to take on a role that involves making management decisions, which could impair independence.

Due to a Shortage of Personnel, the Client Asks a Member