Emphasis-of-Matter Paragraph Definition | Becker
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Emphasis-of-Matter Paragraph
A paragraph included in the auditor's report when required by GAAS or at the auditor's discretion when referring to a matter that is appropriately presented or disclosed in the financial statements and is of such importance that it is fundamental to the users' understanding of the financial statements. Emphasis-of-matter paragraphs are used by nonissuers only.