Which of the Following Statements Represents the Common Law Approach

Which of the following statements represents the common law approach to prior inconsistent statements?

A) Prior inconsistent statements were hearsay if introduced for the truth of the matter asserted.
B) Prior inconsistent statements were admissible as long as the declarant was available to testify at trial.
C) Prior inconsistent statements were admissible as long as the jury had an opportunity to observe the witness and his or her responses to questioning about the prior inconsistent statements.
D) Prior inconsistent statements were inadmissible if the declarant objected to their admission at trial.