Obtain a forensic accountant’s report issued to Representative Ann Rivers in the State of Washington. The report can be accessed via a link at www.pearsonhighered.com/rufus.

a). This report is a detailed report. It has clearly set forth the forensic accountant’s findings (first eleven pages) and Exhibits A through Q, which provide detailed information related to the engagement. 

b. An assessment of Ms. Couch’s report using the ten tips for effective report writing follows. This is just one example of one report. 

1. Be clear. The report clearly sets forth the purpose and the findings and observations. 

2. Be concise but comprehensive. The detailed information included in the exhibits is summarized appropriately in the first eleven pages of the report. 

3. Focus on the purpose (why you are writing). The purpose is set forth on page two of the report. 

4. Be mindful of your audience. The report was addressed to Representative Ann Rivers and is presented in a manner useful to Representative Rivers. 

5. Use correct grammar. Grammar was correctly used in this report. 

6. Maintain a professional tone. The tone throughout the report is professional. 

7. Avoid redundant statements. There are no redundant statements. The findings were presented in an objective manner. 

8. Proof, proof, and proof again. It appears this was accomplished by Ms. Couch. 

9. Expect your report, and every word contained therein, to be closely examined and challenged. Based on the nature of the engagement and the presentation of the report, it is clear that Ms. Couch expected her report to be scrutinized. 

10. Read others’ work. This cannot be assessed from this case, but it is highly likely that Ms. Couch referenced other reports in developing this report.

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