AICPA CPA-Auditing Exam - Topic 3 Question 25 Discussion

Choice 'c' is correct. The management representation letter should include information on recognition, measurement, and disclosure, and will generally state that the company has complied with all aspects of contractual agreements that may materially affect the financial statements.

Choice 'a' is incorrect. As part of planning the audit, the auditor must assess the risk that misappropriation of assets may occur, and may cause a material misstatement in the financial statements. While management may also assess this risk for its own purposes, the auditor would not be able to rely on management's assessment, and therefore would not typically request a representation regarding this matter.

Choice 'b' is incorrect. The auditor will typically request that the client's attorney evaluate pending litigation, as the attorney is more knowledgeable in such areas than is management.

Choice 'd' is incorrect. The management representation letter typically includes information regarding the financial statements, the completeness of information, recognition, measurement, and disclosure, and subsequent events. Representations regarding internal control are not typically included in a management representation letter.