Which of the following types of evidence is considered as the best evidence?

The correct answer is C. The original document. The original document is considered as the best evidence. This type of evidence is the most reliable form of evidence. Answer option A is incorrect. A copy of the original document or an oral description of its contents is considered as secondary evidence. Answer option D is…

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Options

AA copy of the original document
BInformation gathered through the witness's senses
CThe original document
DA computer-generated record

How the community answered

(38 responses)

A
5% (2)
C
92% (35)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

The original document is considered as the best evidence. This type of evidence is the most reliable form of evidence. Answer option A is incorrect. A copy of the original document or an oral description of its contents is considered as secondary evidence. Answer option D is incorrect. Computer-generated records and other business records are hearsay evidence. This type of evidence is generally not admissible in court. Answer option B is incorrect. Information gathered through the witness's senses is considered as direct evidence. This type of evidence either proves or disproves a specific act through oral statement.

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