If the auditor concludes that it is highly improbable that the client will continue as a going concern, the auditor should, in accordance with ASA 700:
A) issue a disclaimer of opinion.
B) include an emphasis of matter section in the audit report.
C) issue an unqualified report but explain the concerns in the opinion paragraph.
D) express an adverse opinion.

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If the auditor concludes that it is highly improbable that the client will continue as a going concern, they should express an adverse opinion, as the financial statements are not prepared on a going concern basis, which is a fundamental assumption in financial reporting.

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