On a dark and stormy night, a driver, unable to read an obstructed traffic sign, runs off of the road and crashes into a utility pole. Two scientists are called as experts in their field to testify in her defense. Scientist 1 testifies as to the limits of a person's ability to perceive information due to the structure of the visual system. Scientist 2 focuses on the circumstances surrounding the accident, specifically the driver's state of mind and the limited visibility of the sign. Both scientists are using research in defense of the driver. Scientist 1, ______________, and Scientist 2, ____________ .
A. Observable; tested
B. applied; basic
C. proven; circumstantial
D. basic; applied
D. basic; applied
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