Means of verification of cash-inventory-office equipment

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The best means of verification of cash, inventory, office equipment, and nearly all other assets is a physical count of the units; only a physical count gives the auditors complete assurance as to the accuracy of the amounts listed on the balance sheet.” Evaluate this statement.

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