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A is accused of the murder of B by beating him, whatever was said or done by A or B or the by standers at the beating, or so, shortly before after or it as to form part of the tansaction is ____________________?

Correct answer: A. Relevant fact

  • A. Relevant fact
  • B. Irrelevant fact
  • C. None of above
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Statements or acts occurring shortly before, during, or shortly after the beating may form part of the same transaction and are therefore relevant facts under the res gestae rule. Their close timing and connection with the assault are decisive.

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