The correct response is 4.
Reasoning:
1.
knuckling under to pressure is costly in terms of
self-respect; the results of both audit and project
budget appraisal will reflect this
2. a
mistake-it's a one-way street. He figures he's got you between a rock and a hard
place.
3. He'll
back down, whatever his motivations. It's difficult before a gentle ‘no', backed
up with cogent reasons (not excuses, mind you)
4.
Remember that a bad audit report will, indirectly,
adversely reflect on your boss himself (as your supervisor, he too is
accountable), and bet on it… your boss will secretly wish you'll tell your pal
where to get off
5. You
can't stand on two stools at once. It's MIT all over again.