Problem
A. Can a CPA auditor be independent without being objective? Can a CPA auditor be objective without being independent? Explain.
B. What is the problem with an auditor overrelying on management's representations on the financial statements?
C. Is accounting a trustworthy profession? How would you know whether it is or is not?
D. You have decided to leave your CPA firm. Using the AICPA rules as a guide, answer the following questions: (a) Can you post some negative comments about your former employer on Twitter? (b) Can you call your former clients and tell them that you are leaving? (3) Can you take their files with you when you go?