Reading and researching Para. 5: Accounting in business practice External audits by public accountants required for public companies Tax professionals to help interpret the tax laws; Accountants to ensure the accuracy of a companys financial records Overview questions: pp. 178-179 Qs 4-6Reading and researching Para. 5: Accounting in business practice • External audits by public accountants required for public companies; • Tax professionals to help interpret the tax laws; • Accountants to ensure the accuracy of a company’s financial records • Overview questions: pp. 178-179 Qs 4-6