Which of the following proves or disproves a specific act through oral testimony based on information gathered
through the witness’s five senses?
A.
Direct evidence.
B.
Circumstantial evidence.
C.
Conclusive evidence.
D.
Corroborative evidence.
Explanation:
Direct evidence can prove a fact all by itself and does not need backup information to refer to. Direct evidence
often is based on information gathered from a witness’s five senses.
Incorrect Answers:
B: Circumstantial evidence can prove an intermediate fact, but not a direct fact by itself. The intermediate fact
can then be used to deduce or assume the existence of another fact.
C: Conclusive evidence is not collected from the five senses of a witness. Conclusive evidence is irrefutable
and cannot be contradicted. Conclusive evidence is very strong all by itself and does not require corroboration.
D: Corroborative evidence is supporting evidence used to help prove an idea or point. It cannot stand its own,
so it cannot disprove a specific act.Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2013, p. 1055