Competency Is the Presence of Particular Characteristics and the Absence

question 43

True/False

Competency is the presence of particular characteristics and the absence of particular disabilities that render the witness legally qualified to testify in court.

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Definitions:

Internal/External

Terms related to the sources of influence or causes; internal refers to factors within a person, while external refers to factors outside of an individual.

Women's Biological

A term potentially incomplete but could refer to the biological aspects distinct to women, including reproductive functions and hormonal makeup.

Rates of Divorce

Statistical measures that represent the frequency of divorce within a population over a specific period of time.

Social Support

The assistance provided by others, including emotional, informational, and practical help.