a$.$ Why is the appropriateness of audit evidence obtained by the auditor important in forming an audit opinion? Describe the qualities information should have to be considered appropriate by the auditor.

$(5$ marks$)$

b$.$ Audit of Property, plant and Equipment

$($i$)$ Property, plant, and equipment is normally audited in a different manner than current asset accounts. State three reasons why this is so$.$

$(3$ marks$)$

$($ii$)$ In auditing depreciation expense, one of the auditor's concerns is determining that the client's calculations are correct. In making this determination, the auditor must weigh four considerations. List these four considerations.

$(4$ marks$)$

$($iii$)$ State three of the seven specific balance$-$related audit objectives for property, plant, and equipment additions.

$(3$ marks$)$