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For purposes of this question, assume that the excerpts from the Powers Report shown in Exhibit 3 are accurate descriptions of Andersen's involvement in Enron's accounting and financial reporting decisions. Given this assumption, do you believe that Andersen violated any professional auditing standards? If so, list those standards and briefly explain your rationale.

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