What Is the Translation of the Latin Test Maxim Testis

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the translation of the Latin test maxim testis unus testis nullusrelating to corroboration, used in many continental legal systems? The effect means that a conviction should not be secured on the basis of one persons testimony alone. This is not the stance currently taken under English common law.

• A)One witness holds the truth
• B)One witness is no witness
• C)One witness will suffice
• D)One witness is as good as three

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Definitions:

Avoiding

A conflict management style of not paying attention to the conflict and not taking any action to resolve it.

Conflict Management

The practice of identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair, and efficient manner.

Not Paying Attention

The lack of focus or concentration on a task or the present moment, often leading to errors or missed information.

Competing

A conflict management style using formal authority or other power that you possess to satisfy your concerns without regard to the concerns of the party that you are in conflict with.