Problem
Rick is an independent auditor. The audit committee of the board of directors of Eastern Corporation asked Rick to audit Eastern's financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2014. Rick explained the need to make an inquiry of the predecessor auditor and requested permission from the management to do so. Eastern's management agreed and authorized the predecessor auditor to respond fully to Rick inquiries.
Task
a) Explain The information that Rick should obtain during its inquiry of the predecessor auditor before they accept the engagement?
b) What other audit procedures should Rick perform in evaluating Eastern as a potential client?