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Who created the International Auditing Standards?
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The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) Member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)
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For whom were IAASB International Auditing Standards created?
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IAASB standards are for countries that don't have their own standards and help set the tone for the rest of the members who do have their own standards (AICPA) IAASB doesn't override member standards
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What financial approach is used under IAASB audit standards?
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IAASB standards are based on a risk assessment approach
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How do IAASB audit standards compare to US audit standards?
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IAASB - No Internal Control audits IAASB - No Referencing another Audit Firm IAASB - Less detailed documentation IAASB - Required: obtain written fraud assessment IAASB - Required: location of auditor's home office
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What are International Ethical Standards?
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Standards set by International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants - Similar to AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
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Which groups are covered under the three sections of the International Ethical Standards?
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A) Covers all accountants B) Covers Public accountants C) Covers accountants in a business environment
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What are the requirements for all accountants under the International Ethical Standards?
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Accountants should have Integrity Accountants should be Objective Accountants should have Competence Accountants should exercise Due Care Accountants should maintain Confidentiality Accountants should act Professionally
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What questions should public accountants pose to themselves under the International Ethical Standards?
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"What are the threats/safeguards?Does this new client threaten our ethics?What are the conflicts of interest?What are the threats/safeguards for offering a second opinion?What are the threats/safeguards for receiving commissions or contingent fees?Is our marketing truthful?What are the threats/safeguards for receiving client gifts?What are the threats/safeguards to objectivity?"
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