All Apologies Are Statements Against Interest
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Example wrong choices
14811_grace_galilee_lantern_market · EVIDENCE · Choice AIt is a statement of then-existing state of mind.
Why it's attractive
The answer proves Daniel's present regret, but the call asks for proof of past negligence.
Why it's wrong
The answer proves Daniel's present regret, but the call asks for proof of past negligence.
14811_grace_galilee_lantern_market · EVIDENCE · Choice CIt is a statement against interest.
Why it's attractive
The answer hears self-damaging words but skips the availability fact: Daniel testified.
Why it's wrong
The answer hears self-damaging words but skips the availability fact: Daniel testified.
14811_grace_galilee_lantern_market · EVIDENCE · Choice DIt is a prior inconsistent statement.
Why it's attractive
The apology conflicts with Daniel's testimony, but the call asks why the statement proves negligence.
Why it's wrong
The apology conflicts with Daniel's testimony, but the call asks why the statement proves negligence.
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