_________refers to a lie communicated under oath about a material fact in a criminal matter.
A) Obstruction of justice
B)incorrect swearing
C) Perjury
D) incorrect reporting

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Perjury refers specifically to lying under oath in a criminal matter about a fact that is considered material to the case. Obstruction of justice can involve lying or other actions taken to interfere with the legal process, but perjury involves a false statement made under oath. Incorrect swearing and incorrect reporting do not have specific legal definitions related to lying under oath.

_________Refers to a Lie Communicated Under Oath About a Material