In a breach of contract claim, the auditor can:
A) Cite the professional standards.
B) Cite lack of privity on the part of the plaintiff.
C) Cite client refusal to provide records to the auditor on a timely basis.
D) All of the above.

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In a breach of contract claim, the auditor can indeed cite professional standards to demonstrate adherence to accepted practices, lack of privity as a defense against claims from third parties not directly involved in the contract, and client refusal to provide necessary records as a factor that may limit the auditor's ability to perform the audit as contracted.

In a Breach of Contract Claim, the Auditor Can