The Primary Source of Common Law Is ________

question 52

Multiple Choice

The primary source of common law is ________.

• A) the Constitution
• B) federal statutes
• C) past court decisions
• D) federal agency guidelines

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Definitions:

Clawback Provisions

Terms included in contracts that require an individual to return money previously earned, often used to reclaim bonuses or other compensation under certain conditions.

Whistleblower Provisions

Regulations and policies that protect individuals who report illegal or unethical activities within an organization.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

A U.S. federal law that aimed to protect investors by making corporate disclosures more reliable and accurate, enacted in response to financial scandals.

Monetary Unit Assumption

An accounting principle stating that transactions and events can be expressed in monetary units for recording and reporting.