Refer to the case facts presented in number 4-32. a. What defenses are available to an auditor when charged with negligence under common law? b.

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Refer to the case facts presented in number 4-32.
a. What defenses are available to an auditor when charged with negligence under common law?
b. Which defense is the auditor most likely to use in this case? Explain.

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