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This commentary critiques M.C. Wells' defense of a priori research in accounting through Kuhn's lens of scientific progress.

March 18, 2026The Accounting Review

A Revolution in Accounting Thought?: A Comment.

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This commentary critiques M.C. Wells' defense of a priori research in accounting through Kuhn's lens of scientific progress.
Analysis of arguments presented by M.C. Wells
Discussion of Kuhn's theory as it relates to accounting research
Identified logical errors in Wells' reasoning
Questioned the applicability of Kuhn's theory to accounting thought

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Comments on a priori research in accounting, highlighting errors in reasoning and implications for thought.

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Comments on an article by M.C. Wells which defended the need for a priori research in accounting using Kuhn's theory of the course of scientific progress. Errors in Wells' arguments.

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Comments on a priori research in accounting, highlighting errors in reasoning and implications for thought.

Abstract

Comments on an article by M.C. Wells which defended the need for a priori research in accounting using Kuhn's theory of the course of scientific progress. Errors in Wells' arguments.

A Revolution in Accounting Thought?: A Comment.

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A Revolution in Accounting Thought?: A Comment.

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