You are the auditor of Express Travel Ltd, a large travel agent that also handles all your audit firm's travel arrangements on normal commercial rates and provides excellent service.The chief financial officer of Express Travel Ltd has asked if you could help them overcome an economic downturn by recommending their services to your other audit clients.However, he has also said that he will understand if you are not able to do so.What type of threat to your independence does this request constitute?

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The request constitutes a threat to independence in the form of advocacy, which occurs when the auditor promotes the interests of an audit client. By recommending the services of Express Travel Ltd to other audit clients, the auditor would be advocating for the company and potentially compromising their objectivity and independence.

You Are the Auditor of Express Travel Ltd, a Large