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In performing analytical procedures, how extensive should an auditors knowledge of a clients industry be and how does the auditor go about getting this type of information?

In performing analytical procedures, how extensive should an auditor’s knowledge of a client’s industry be and how does the auditor go about getting this type of information?

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