As set forth in the case in the text,Bily v.Arthur Young & Co. ,which of the following is true regarding auditor liability to third parties under the Restatement rule?
A) An auditor retained to conduct an annual audit and to furnish an opinion for no particular purpose generally undertakes a duty only to directors of the company who provide loans to the company.
B) An auditor retained to conduct an annual audit and to furnish an opinion for no particular purpose does undertake a duty to any foreseeable third party users.
C) An auditor retained to conduct an annual audit and to furnish an opinion for no particular purpose undertakes a duty only to third parties who are financial institutions.
D) An auditor retained to conduct an annual audit and to furnish an opinion for no particular purpose generally undertakes no duty to third parties except for financial institutions and also directors who provide loans to a company.
E) An auditor retained to conduct an annual audit and to furnish an opinion for no particular purpose generally undertakes no duty to third parties.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q44: The various documents used and developed during
Q45: [Accountant Dissatisfaction] Andrew agreed to perform accounting
Q46: Under the Restatement Test,referenced in the text's
Q47: In negligence cases involving the accountant's work,which
Q48: Which section of the Securities Act makes
Q50: Which of the following is true regarding
Q51: For which of the following does the
Q52: If Andrew engaged in breach,he is not
Q53: Which of the following would be available
Q54: Which of the following standards is used
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents