Texts: 18. A multi-office firm audits Company A. The lead audit partner for this client performs the engagement in the New York City (NYC) office. Which person or entity would potentially create an independence issue if Company A lent money to that person or entity? A. A business that is owned by an administrator and her spouse. B. An entity that is controlled by several covered members in the NYC office. C. A staff person who provides 4 hours of tax services to the client. D. A tax partner in Newark, New Jersey, that provides no services to the client.
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