Before a trial begins, the attorneys usually meet with the trial judge to explore the possibility of resolving the case and, if a settlement is not possible, to determine how the trial will be conducted. This meeting is called a(n)?

A. ?pretrial conference.
B. ?initial meeting.
C. ?arbitration conference.
D. ?peremptory conference.


Answer: A

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