Which of the Following Is True About Spousal Competence Under

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about spousal competence under common law?

• A) Spouses were incompetent to testify against one another.
• B) It was believed that a person had an interest in supporting and protecting his or her spouse.
• C) It was believed that a person could provide unbiased and truthful testimony against his or her spouse.
• D) Only a and b are correct.

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