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According to CIMA, which TWO of the following are responsibilities of a professional accountant?
Suggested Answer: B, C
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25 comments · newest first
ER
Erinn
10 months ago
How can you act in the public interest if you only satisfy one client?
RA
Raina
10 months ago
Wait, are we really expected to never question info? That seems off.
VE
Venita
10 months ago
I agree with B, but C is a bit tricky.
EL
Eleonore
10 months ago
Definitely B and C! Those are key responsibilities.
EM
Emmett
11 months ago
B is a must, but A is just wrong.
LE
Leonie
11 months ago
I recall a practice question that emphasized the importance of questioning information provided by clients, which makes me think option D is definitely incorrect.
GL
Glynda
11 months ago
I feel like option A is wrong because accountants can't just focus on one client. But I'm not completely confident about the other options.
TW
Twana
12 months ago
I'm a bit unsure, but I think option C about complying with ethical requirements is also a responsibility. It seems to align with what we practiced in our ethics module.
CH
Cherrie
12 months ago
I remember studying that professional accountants have to prioritize the public interest, so I think option B is definitely one of the answers.
LU
Luis
12 months ago
This is a good opportunity to demonstrate my understanding of the ethical principles for professional accountants. I'll make sure to select the two most relevant responsibilities from the options provided.
FR
France
1 year ago
Wait, I'm confused. Is it really that simple? I feel like there might be some nuance or additional responsibilities I'm missing. I better re-read the question and options closely.
TW
Twanna
1 year ago
Okay, I've got this. The responsibilities are to act in the public interest and comply with ethical codes. Easy peasy! I'm feeling confident about this one.
SA
Samira
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know professional accountants have responsibilities, but I'm not totally clear on the specifics. I'll have to think it through carefully.
DY
Dyan
1 year ago
This is a straightforward question on the responsibilities of a professional accountant. I'll focus on the key principles of acting in the public interest and complying with ethical codes.
TE
Terry
1 year ago
Haha, D is a joke, right? As if we'd never question anything our clients say. That's a recipe for disaster!
ST
Stanford
1 year ago
I think B) To act in the public interest is definitely a responsibility of a professional accountant.
VI
Vincenza
1 year ago
I agree, B and C are spot on. Gotta act in the public interest and follow the ethical code, not just do what the client wants.
JO
Josue
9 months ago
Couldn’t have said it better! Ethics and public interest are key.
CH
Chantell
10 months ago
Exactly! Ethics matter more than client demands.
NO
Nobuko
10 months ago
Totally agree! B and C are essential.
EV
Evan
11 months ago
Yes! Public interest first, always.
PA
Paola
1 year ago
B and C are definitely the responsibilities of a professional accountant. Satisfying individual needs or never questioning information is a big no-no.
KA
Katina
1 year ago
I agree, professional accountants should always act in the public interest.
TE
Teri
1 year ago
Yes, and they must also comply with the ethical requirements of their employer's and professional body's code of ethics.
AB
Abraham
1 year ago
I agree, professional accountants should always act in the public interest.