There is an exception to the hearsay rule known as the "family history and records" or "pedigree" rule. In applying this rule:
A) only matters relating to birth or death are admissible.
B) records that are part of a family Bible are admissible, but other records relating to family history are excluded.
C) evidence from family records such as a family Bible relating to pedigree, genealogy, and other family matters is sometimes admissible in state courts as an exception to the hearsay rule, but this rule does not apply in federal courts.
D) records such as a family Bible are admissible where properly authenticated and where better evidence is not available.
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