Questions from General Auditing


Q: Paul Polishan graduated with an accounting degree in 1969 and immediately accepted

Paul Polishan graduated with an accounting degree in 1969 and immediately accepted an entry-level position in the accounting department of The Leslie Fay Companies, a women’s apparel manufacturer base...

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Q: After graduating from West Virginia University in 1984 with a degree in

After graduating from West Virginia University in 1984 with a degree in accounting and finance, Gregory Podlucky decided to work with his father Gabriel, who had a small business empire in western Pen...

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Q: Cyrus McCormick revolutionized American agriculture in the mid-nineteenth century when

Cyrus McCormick revolutionized American agriculture in the mid-nineteenth century when he invented a mechanical reaper. His horse-drawn harvester would become the primary product marketed by McCormick...

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Q: In 1995, Canadian native Maria Messina achieved one of the most

In 1995, Canadian native Maria Messina achieved one of the most sought-after career goals in the public accounting profession when she was promoted to partner with Deloitte & Touche, Chartered Account...

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Q: On May 19, 1987, a short article in the Wall

On May 19, 1987, a short article in the Wall Street Journal reported that ZZZZ Best Company, Inc., of Reseda, California, had signed a contract for a $13.8 million insurance restoration project. This...

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