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What type of evidence is given by a witness that is based on conclusions or inferences drawn from facts or observations?
What type of evidence is given by a witness that is based on conclusions or inferences drawn from facts or observations?
- Anecdotal evidence
- Expert evidence
- Opinion evidence (correct)
- Factual evidence
When is opinion evidence admissible according to the text?
When is opinion evidence admissible according to the text?
- When it is the opinion of a layperson helpful for understanding or the opinion of an expert (correct)
- Any witness can provide opinion evidence
- Only experts can provide opinion evidence
- Opinion evidence is never admissible
In what circumstance is a layperson's opinion permitted according to the text?
In what circumstance is a layperson's opinion permitted according to the text?
- When the opinion is inadmissible
- When the opinion unnecessarily encroaches on the trier of fact's role
- When the subject matter is within the knowledge of the average person (correct)
- When the layperson's opinion is complex
What is a compendious mode of expressing facts mentioned in the text?
What is a compendious mode of expressing facts mentioned in the text?
When is opinion evidence permitted by the court?
When is opinion evidence permitted by the court?
What are the Mohan Factors?
What are the Mohan Factors?
What is the 'Expert Opinion Rule' about?
What is the 'Expert Opinion Rule' about?
Why is it important for judges to determine the qualifications of expert witnesses?
Why is it important for judges to determine the qualifications of expert witnesses?
What is the 'Hired Gun Syndrome' referring to?
What is the 'Hired Gun Syndrome' referring to?
Under what circumstances can expert reports be used instead of calling experts as witnesses?
Under what circumstances can expert reports be used instead of calling experts as witnesses?
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