When issuing unqualified opinion, the auditor who evaluates the audit findings should be satisfied that the_____________?

Correct answer: B. Estimates of the total likely misstatement is less than materiality level

  • A. Amount of known misstatement is documented in working papers
  • B. Estimates of the total likely misstatement is less than materiality level
  • C. Estimate of the total likely misstatement is more than materially level
  • D. Estimates of the total likely misstatement cannot be made

Explanation

An unqualified opinion is appropriate only when the aggregate estimated misstatement, including known and projected errors, is below the materiality threshold. Merely documenting known errors is not enough if their total likely effect could be material.

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