Asked by Jessica Gonzales on Jun 10, 2024
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Which of the following is something a lawyer may not tell a witness before a trial?
A) What to say in response to a question
B) That the opposing counsel may ask confusing questions
C) That the opposing counsel may ask leading questions
D) All of these choices are correct.
Opposing Counsel
The lawyer representing the opposing party in a legal case, with whom one may negotiate or against whom one argues in court.
Leading Questions
Questions formulated in a way that suggests the desired answer or contains the information the examiner is looking to have confirmed.
Confusing Questions
Questions that are unclear, misleading, or difficult to understand, often leading to ambiguity or misunderstanding in communication.
- Acquire knowledge on the preparation and effective communication with witnesses for trial.
Verified Answer
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Nurul AsyiqinJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Lawyers may prepare witnesses for the types of questions they might face and advise them on how to handle certain situations, but they cannot tell a witness exactly what to say in response to a question, as this could be considered coaching or influencing their testimony improperly.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the preparation and effective communication with witnesses for trial.