The "balancing test" serves to exclude some evidence:
A. if the crime was a felony or tried in a state court.
B. if the crime was a felony or tried in a federal court.
C. if the defendant requests the test be applied.
D. even though that evidence may have some arguable relevance.
Answer: D
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