This question presents independent factual situations an auditor might encounter in conducting an audit. List B represents the report modifications (if any) that would be necessary. Select as the best answer for each item, the action the auditor normally would take. The report modifications in List B may be selected once, more than once, or not at all.
Assume:
- The auditor is independent.
- The auditor previously expressed an unqualified opinion on the prior year's financial statements.
- Only single-year (not comparative) statements are presented for the current year.
- The conditions for an unqualified opinion exist unless contradicted in the factual situations.
- The conditions stated in the factual situations are material.
- No report modifications are to be made except in response to the factual situation.
Item to Be Answered -
Due to recurring operating losses and working capital deficiencies, an auditor has substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time. However, the financial statement disclosures concerning these matters are adequate.
List B -
Report Modifications -
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