The auditor is most likely to reject the use of a specialist who:
A) does not have the highest level of certification for their profession.
B) received his formal training at a nonaccredited institution.
C) is not a member of the national professional organization.
D) is an attorney who barely passed the state bar examination.
E) has served in the past as a consultant to the client.

Question

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The auditor is most likely to reject the use of a specialist who has served in the past as a consultant to the client due to potential bias or conflict of interest that could compromise the independence and objectivity required in the audit process.

The Auditor Is Most Likely to Reject the Use of a Specialist