The auditor can often obtain sufficient appropriate evidence in the audit of a tax provision without the use of a specialist. However, several situations may indicate a need for the auditor to involve a tax specialist. Identify three of these situations.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers should include three of the following:

1. Multiple locations with significant foreign operations and related foreign tax
credits/deductions.
2. Business combinations and/or subsidiary dispositions.
3. Material uncertain income tax positions with a governmental authority.
4. Significant changes in ownership, business operations, or tax status.
5. Significant deferred tax assets for which the future realization of the recorded value is in question.

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A. Application of theory to real-life situations is easy. B. There is no agreement on the scope and range of rights. C. There exists a well-defined line between rights and desires. D. Rights and duties can be easily defined.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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