How is the term 'negative assurance' best defined in auditing?

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The auditor is unable to form an opinion because of insufficient evidence.The financial statements of the client contain significant errors.The auditor was prevented from performing procedures due to absence of controls.The auditor found no evidence suggesting the presence of a material misstatement.

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Option A means the auditor cannot provide an opinion due to inadequate evidence. Option B indicates the financial statements have significant inaccuracies. Option C refers to the auditor being unable to perform tests because of missing controls. Option D correctly describes negative assurance, where the auditor does not find anything suggesting a material misstatement.

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