When answering questions as a witness in a court of law, you should be honest, brief, clear, and objective, and keep emotions in control. Being objective means
a. presenting a modest demeanor and displaying a sincere interest in the accuracy and truth of statements.
b. avoiding getting flustered, confused, or embarrassed and confining statements to answering the questions.
c. ensuring that questions are correct, and avoiding errors, inconsistencies, and confusion that undermine your credibility before the jury.
d. presenting an impartial and conscientious picture of a public servant working for the interest of justice.
e. ignoring insult, badgering, and innuendos, avoiding displaying anger that results in loss of credibility.
Answer: d. presenting an impartial and conscientious picture of a public servant working for the interest of justice.
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