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A field audit is when someone from the government comes to a business or a person's office to check their financial records and make sure they are following the rules. It's like a big check-up to make sure everything is okay.
A field audit is a type of audit conducted by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at the taxpayer's business premises or lawyer's offices. It is a formal examination of an individual's or organization's accounting records, financial situation, or compliance with some other set of standards.
These examples illustrate how a field audit involves a physical visit to the taxpayer's location to review their financial records and ensure compliance with tax laws or other standards.