Which of the following statements is correct regarding the requirements of the Sarbanes$-$Oxley Act of $2002$ for an issuer's board

of directors?

A$.$ Each member of the board of directors must be independent from management influence, based on the member's prior

and current activities, economic and family relationships, and other factors.

B$.$ The board of directors must have an audit committee entirely composed of members who are independent from

management influence.

C$.$ The majority of members of the board of directors must be independent from management influence.

D$.$ The board of directors must have a compensation committee, a nominating committee, and an audit committee, each

of which is entirely composed of independent members.