Which of the Following Would Be Considered Hearsay

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered hearsay?

• A) A witness testifies that an alleged kidnapper made a ransom demand.
• B) A witness testifies that a mechanic told the driver of an automobile (who later was in an accident) that the automobile had worn-out brake pads that needed to be replaced.
• C) A witness testifies that a defendant had previously admitted to being intoxicated contrarily to her testimony in court.
• D) A witness testifies that a defendant had told the witness he intended to kill his wife.

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Definitions:

Cardiac Problems

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Angry or Depressed

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Tend-and-Befriend Response

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