Role of certified public accountants

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Why are certified public accountants expected to maintain higher standards than society in general?

- They are required to do so by federal law.

- Their ability to attract business depends entirely upon their reputation.

- They are only required to do so if they are auditing publicly held companies.

- They are not employees.

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