Which of the following is untrue regarding the relationship of an accountant and the client?

a. It is based upon mutual agreement.
b. The accountant is under an ethical obligation not to disclose confidential information.
c. The accountant must act in a competent and professional manner.
d. The accountant is under a contractual obligation to follow all of the client's instructions and to use the client's figures without question.


d

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