A CPA qualified to practice before the IRS is assisting in the defense of a client in a proceeding in federal court. The plaintiff is the U.S. government. The federal accountant-client privilege
A. Does not apply because the matter is not before the IRS.
B. Applies if the testimony relates to disclosures to another federal regulator.
C. Does not apply if the testimony relates to a private civil matter.
D. Applies to related state tax matters.
Answer: C. Does not apply if the testimony relates to a private civil matter.
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