Financial statement users' demand for assurance is similar to that of a potential home buyer who hires a home inspector in that
A) The buyer [or user] pays directly for this assurance in both situations.
B) There are often information asymmetry and conflicts of interest.
C) The cost of obtaining information is not relevant.
D) Independence is not relevant in either situation.
Answer: B) There are often information asymmetry and conflicts of interest.
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