Multiple Choice
According to Savage and Van Allen,what is the problem with using the average or expected value of a distribution as a point estimate for a distribution of values?
A) It is too costly to develop such estimates.
B) When sufficient estimation uncertainty exists,use of such estimates can lead to misleading results.
C) It adds too much complexity to the audit process
D) It eliminates the auditor's need to exercise professional judgement.
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