For an entity's financial statements to be presented fairly in accordance with an applicable financial reporting framework, the framework selected should:
a. Be U.S. GAAP, for all audits performed in the United States.
b. Include an adequate description of the framework in the financial statements.
c. Match the reporting framework used by most other entities within the entity's particular industry.
d. Be approved by the Auditing Standards Board or the appropriate industry subcommittee.
Answer:B
Choice "b" is correct. The preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements requires identification of the applicable financial reporting framework and inclusion of an adequate description of the framework, as well as preparation and fair presentation in accordance with the framework.
Choice "a" is incorrect. There may be other financial reporting frameworks, such as IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), that are used by companies that are audited in the United States.
Choice "d" is incorrect. The Auditing Standards Board does not establish a financial reporting framework.
Choice "c" is incorrect. There is no requirement that an entity's financial statements be prepared in accordance with pr*ent industry practices.
