1.What is the difference between a legal confirmation and a legal representation letter?

2.Why would an auditor be less likely to use payable confirmations than receivables confirmations?

3.Why does an auditor have to consider the persuasiveness of corroborating evidence? Explain

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A client has a material balance in property, plant and equipment. The discussions with management indicate that there is a risk the client will capitalise all repair costs to minimise the impact on profits. Repairs are likely to be material this year because of flooding at the city premises. Extensive repairs were due to be commenced in the month prior to year-end, with completion around two months later. In addition, the board papers reveal that several machines were sold during the year.

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Based on the above information, what accounts and assertions are likely to be affected? Explain.