Which one of the following, if true, most weakens the journalist's argument?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which statement, if true, would weaken the journalist's argument that a lack of control in courtrooms leads to questionable jury verdicts. It requires evaluation of the provided statements to determine their impact on the argument.
Answer
(D) Obstructive courtroom behavior by a lawyer is seldom effective in cases where jurors are also presented with legitimate evidence.
The final answer is (D) Obstructive courtroom behavior by a lawyer is seldom effective in cases where jurors are also presented with legitimate evidence.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is (D) Obstructive courtroom behavior by a lawyer is seldom effective in cases where jurors are also presented with legitimate evidence.
More Information
This statement weakens the journalist's argument by suggesting that the presence of legitimate evidence can neutralize the impact of inflammatory language and badgering, thereby maintaining the verdict's correctness despite such behavior.
Tips
A common mistake is to choose an option that merely adds detail or context without directly challenging the core argument related to the verdict's correctness.
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