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Which of the following is admissible as an exception to the hearsay rule?

If the defendant fails to file a timely response to the complaint:

Self-authenticating documents can include all but _______________.

In the federal system, the filing of the complaint is the initiation of a civil lawsuit.

_________________ of the risk is an affirmative defense used in high-risk activity tort actions where the plaintiff knew of the risks involved.

When a complaint contains more than one cause of action:

The existence of ________ is not generally admissible when determining damages because juries may be unduly swayed by a “deep pocket.”

An offer to settle is admissible as an admission of liability.

A lay witness must have personal knowledge about the matter before the court.

If a witness is identified as a(n) ________ witness, leading questions may be used in direct examination.