The Following Standards of Proof Are Listed from Least Demanding

question 12

Multiple Choice

The following standards of proof are listed from least demanding to most demanding:

• A) clear and convincing; preponderance of the evidence; beyond a reasonable doubt
• B) preponderance of the evidence; beyond a reasonable doubt; clear and convincing
• C) preponderance of the evidence; clear and convincing; beyond a reasonable doubt
• D) beyond a reasonable doubt; clear and convincing; preponderance of the evidence
• E) clear and convincing; beyond a reasonable doubt; preponderance of the evidence

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