The Following Exchange Occurs Between a Defense Attorney and a Doctor

question 42

Multiple Choice

The following exchange occurs between a defense attorney and a doctor testifying as an expert witness for her client: "Q: In your opinion and on the basis of your experience, does the computer overread or underread EKGs? A: Overread.Q: And that's the way it should be, isn't that correct? A: Yes.Q: And that is because all doubt must be resolved in favor of the patient, isn't that right? A: Yes." What objection should opposing counsel raise?

• A) Hearsay
• B) Privilege
• C) Leading questions
• D) Best evidence rule

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