When may an auditor issue a disclaimer of opinion?
AWhen statements have one small error
BWhen the auditor is not independent
CWhen all evidence was obtained
DWhen the client pays on time
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. When the auditor is not independent
Lack of independence or a conflict of interest is a case for disclaiming an opinion.
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