In a civil case, the plaintiff must prove the case
A)by a preponderance of the evidence.
B)by clear and convincing evidence.
C)beyond a reasonable doubt.
D)None of the these; the burden of proof is on the defendant.

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In a civil case, the standard of proof typically required is "by a preponderance of the evidence," which means that the plaintiff must prove that something is more likely to be true than not true. This is a lower standard of proof than "beyond a reasonable doubt," which is used in criminal cases, or "by clear and convincing evidence," which is a higher standard than preponderance but lower than beyond a reasonable doubt and used in specific types of civil cases.

In a Civil Case, the Plaintiff Must Prove the Case