When a report contains information from persons other than the person who wrote the report, the document may not be admissible at the time of trial because it contains ______ evidence.

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Hearsay evidence refers to statements made outside of court that are offered in court to prove the truth of the matter asserted. Such evidence is generally inadmissible because the person who made the statement is not present to testify and be cross-examined.

When a Report Contains Information from Persons Other Than the Person