In performing an attestation engagement, a CPA typically
A) Supplies litigation support services.
B) Assesses control risk at a low level.
C) Expresses a conclusion about an assertion.
D) Provides management consulting advice.

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In an attestation engagement, the CPA evaluates and reports on the reliability of an assertion made by another party. The CPA expresses a conclusion about whether the assertion is fairly stated, based on the evaluation performed. Choices A, B, and D are not typically part of an attestation engagement.

In Performing an Attestation Engagement, a CPA Typically