An Auditor Reads the Letter of Transmittal Accompanying a County's

Multiple Choice

An auditor reads the letter of transmittal accompanying a county's comprehensive annual financial report and identifies a material inconsistency with the financial statements. The auditor determines that the financial statements do not require revision. Which of the following actions should the auditor take?

A) Request that the client revise the letter of transmittal.
B) Include an explanatory paragraph in the auditor's report.
C) Consider withdrawing from the engagement.
D) Request a client representation letter acknowledging the inconsistency.