Exam 1: Introduction to Financial Accounting Theory

Which of the following statements best explains the role of logic in a theoretical argument?

An Inductive theory or argument:

Which of the following statements aligns with the view of Falsificationists,such as Popper and others?

In evaluating various research studies,it is important to first consider:

A criticism of Positive Accounting Theory is that it tells us nothing about:

In evaluating theories of accounting,which of the following is not true?

According to Thouless (1974),the 'tricks' some writers often use to distract readers from limitations in the logic of an argument or theory are:

Which of the following is an example of a dominant paradigm in accounting prior to 1960?

The failure of a particular study to support a theory:

The sequential stages of inductive reasoning are:

Which of the following is not assumed in Positive Accounting Theory?

A theory that predicts that,if certain conditions are met then particular accounting practices will be observed,is an example of .

The sequential stages of deductive reasoning are:

A theory (or model)that states that the most useful information for economic decision making is the current cash equivalents,as measured by the current net market values,is:

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

Which of the following statements are correct about generalising the findings of a study to the general population,based on particular samples?

Which of the following is true about theories in general?

All liability accounts have credit balances.The accounts receivable account is a liability account .Therefore,the accounts receivable account has a credit balance.Which of the following statement is correct with respect to the above argument?

Which of the following is not an example of a normative accounting theory or research?

What is a deductive theory or argument judged by?