The Presence of Particular Characteristics and the Absence of Particular

question 8

Multiple Choice

The presence of particular characteristics and the absence of particular disabilities that render the witness legally qualified to testify in court define

• A) corroborative evidence.
• B) credibility.
• C) competency.
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Preconventional

A stage in moral development where individuals' moral reasoning is based primarily on consequences and personal benefits.

Sociological Criticism

An approach in critical theory that analyzes literature, media, or art from a sociological perspective, focusing on cultural, economic, and political contexts.

Cognitive Development

The study and observation of how intelligence, reasoning, language development, and information processing evolve from childhood through adulthood.

Secondary Socialization

Socialization outside the family after childhood.