Which of the Following Statements Is True About Proving a Theory

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about proving a theory?

• A) An accepted positive accounting theory purports to provide sound predictions the majority of the time
• B) An accepted positive accounting theory that purports to explain and predict, must hold true in all cases
• C) Positive accounting theories do not need to be tested or proven
• D) Accepted positive accounting theories have no 'exceptions to the rule'

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