Section 18(a) of the Securities Act of 1934:

A. makes an accountant liable for accidental mistakes in the audit.
B. requires that the plaintiff prove reliance.
C. requires the accountant to prove that he exercised due diligence.
D. is not triggered by reliance.


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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