The relationship between theory and research has been referred to as a continuous cycle. the theory and research cycle consists of two approaches. in the approach, the researcher collects information or data (facts or evidence) and then generates theories from the analysis of that data.

Mark knopf is an auditor who has been asked to provide an audit and financial statement certification for a company that is going public on the new york stock exchange. knopf wants to know his personal liability if the company provides him with inaccurate or false information. which of the following sources of law will him answer that question? a. the city ordinances where the company headquarters is located. b. the state constitution of the state where the company is incorporated. c. code of federal regulations. d. all of the above