You have just been appointed to serve as a new county judge.You are concerned about the effect inadmissible evidence may have on the jury in an upcoming trial of a sexual assault case.You anticipate that the defense attorney will seek to introduce evidence regarding the victim's prior sexual history.To minimize the impact of such evidence on the jury,you should:

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Reminding the jury before the trial that the victim's previous sexual history is irrelevant will prevent them from being swayed or influenced by any inadmissible evidence that may be presented during the trial. This can help ensure a fair trial and avoid any unfair prejudice against the victim. Option A is not a good choice because the judge should proactively take steps to ensure a fair trial, rather than remain silent. Option C is also not a good choice because the judge should address the issue before the evidence is presented. Option D is not a good choice because the burden of proof is on the prosecution, and the defendant should not be expected to refute evidence.

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