Writing experience D Refer to “An ethical perspective: Financial deals, Inc.”. Write out the answers to the following questions:
a. What motivated Larry to go along with unethical and illegal actions? Explain.
b. What are Larry”s options now? List each possibility.
c. What would you do if you were Larry? Describe in detail.
d. What do you think the real Larry did? Describe in detail.
Group project E In teams of two or three students, interview in person or by speakerphone a new staff member who has worked for a CPA firm for only one or two years. Seek information on the advantages and disadvantages of working for a CPA firm. Also, inquire about the nature of the work and the training programs offered by the firm for new employees. As a team, write a memorandum to the instructor summarizing the results of the interview. The heading of the memorandum should contain the date, to whom it is written, from whom, and the subject matter.
Group project F With one or two other students and using library resources, write a report on the life of Luca Pacioli, sometimes referred to as the father of accounting. Pacioli was a Franciscan monk who wrote a book on double-entry accounting in 1494. Be careful to cite sources and treat direct quotes properly. (If you do not know how to do this, ask your instructor.)