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ACCA · Question 52 · Syllabus F: Professional ethics

Scenario: AuditPro staff must not allow bias to override professional judgment. They are currently auditing financial statements they prepared themselves. One auditor was offered a highly lucrative job by the client. The firm strictly enforces respecting the secrecy of client information.

Identify the correct classifications for the following four tasks:
Task 1: IFAC Principle regarding bias
Task 2: Threat created by auditing own work
Task 3: Threat created by the job offer
Task 4: IFAC Principle regarding secrecy

Which of the following combinations is correct?

Answer options:

A.

1-Objectivity, 2-Self-review, 3-Self-interest, 4-Confidentiality

B.

1-Integrity, 2-Advocacy, 3-Familiarity, 4-Professional Behaviour

C.

1-Objectivity, 2-Self-interest, 3-Intimidation, 4-Confidentiality

D.

1-Professional Competence, 2-Self-review, 3-Advocacy, 4-Integrity

How to approach this question

Match the definitions. Bias = Objectivity. Own work = Self-review. Financial/career gain = Self-interest. Secrecy = Confidentiality.

Full Answer

A.1-Objectivity, 2-Self-review, 3-Self-interest, 4-Confidentiality✓ Correct
Task 1: The principle of Objectivity requires not allowing bias or conflict of interest to override judgment. Task 2: Auditing work you prepared is a Self-review threat. Task 3: A lucrative job offer creates a Self-interest threat, as the auditor may act favorably to secure the job. Task 4: Respecting secrecy is the principle of Confidentiality.

Common mistakes

Confusing Objectivity with Integrity. Objectivity is specifically about avoiding bias and conflicts of interest.

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