Asked by Yussef Farag on May 14, 2024

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Which of the following auditor opinions would be appropriate when the auditor is unable to determine if a company's statements were prepared in conformity with GAAP?

A) adverse opinion
B) qualified opinion
C) disclaimer of opinion
D) unqualified opinion

Auditor Opinions

Professional judgements issued by auditors at the conclusion of an audit, reflecting their assessment of the accuracy and fairness of a company's financial statements.

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, a set of rules and standards for financial reporting and accounting practices in the United States.

Disclaimer of Opinion

An auditor's statement indicating inability to express an opinion on the fairness of financial statements due to limited information or uncertainties.

  • Understand the judgments rendered by auditors on the consistency of financial statements with GAAP.
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Alejandra GomezMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
When the auditor is unable to determine if a company's financial statements are prepared in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), a disclaimer of opinion is appropriate. This is because the auditor cannot express an opinion on the financial statements due to the lack of sufficient evidence or access to information. A qualified opinion would be appropriate if there were isolated departures from GAAP, an adverse opinion if the financial statements are not in conformity with GAAP, and an unqualified opinion if the statements are in conformity with GAAP.