Auditing and Attestation- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Practice Exam -

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Which of the following is an acceptable action for an auditor regarding unaudited supplementary information?

A. Express an opinion on the information
B. Perform a review and issue a statement about it
C. Include the information in the audit report
D. Ignore the information completely

The correct answer is: B. Perform a review and issue a statement about it

Performing a review and issuing a statement about unaudited supplementary information is an acceptable action for an auditor because it establishes a level of assurance without providing an opinion. This process involves applying analytical procedures and inquiry, which allows the auditor to assess whether the information is consistent with the audited financial statements and appropriately presented. The auditor's statement provides transparency and informs users of the financial statements about the nature and limitations of the supplementary information. By not expressing a definitive opinion, the auditor acknowledges that the supplementary information has not undergone the same level of scrutiny as the audited financial statements but still offers some assurance concerning its consistency and presentation. This approach ensures that users can make informed decisions based on the relationship between the audited and unaudited information while balancing the auditor's responsibility.