A primary purpose of expert testimony is to:
a. Ensure that testimony by other witnesses is relevant
b. Assist the trier of fact in understanding complex issues
c. Help an attorney present opening and closing arguments
d. None of the above are purposes of expert testimony
Please explain the reason why you chose your answer. Thank you.
Correct asnwer is b) Assist the trier of fact in understanding complex issues.
Expert testimony is the one who has knowledge or experience of a particualr field or discipline that.His knowledge supersedes the knowledge possesed by a layman.An expert testimony is hired to give opinion on the facts of complex issues of the case.The expert’s scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge will help the trier of fact to understand the evidence or to determine a fact in issue.
He does not evaluate testimony of other witness nor does he help an attorney.
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