Substantial non-audit fees compared with audit fees raise what concern?
AStandards may be weakened
BThe audit becomes cheaper
CSampling is not allowed
DDirectors lose their votes
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Standards may be weakened
A firm earning large consulting fees may want the client to do well, which undermines unbiased auditing.
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