The Prosecution's Opening Statement

question 33

Multiple Choice

The prosecution's opening statement:

• A)is the first thing done at a trial.
• B)is the next event after the jury is sworn in.
• C)follows the defense's opening statement.
• D)is only given if the case is tried without a jury.

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Definitions:

Merchant

An individual or company involved in wholesale or retail trade, especially one dealing with goods, services, or commodities for profit.

Consideration

Consideration in legal terms refers to the value, which could be a benefit or a sacrifice, that parties exchange in a contractual agreement, essential for the contract's validity.

Hybrid Contract

An agreement that encompasses elements of both goods and services within the same transaction.

UCC Article 2

Part of the Uniform Commercial Code that governs the sale of goods in the United States, providing a framework for transactions and contracts.