Which of the following points should be kept in mind by an arbitrator while assessing credibility of witnesses?
A) The most confident witness is always the most accurate.
B) Demeanor alone can reveal that a witness is lying.
C) Witnesses are generally accurate in remembering the details of an event.
D) The occupation or social class of a witness does not guarantee veracity.

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The occupation or social class of a witness does not guarantee their credibility or veracity. Therefore, an arbitrator should not rely on such factors while assessing the credibility of witnesses. The other options - A, B, and C - are incorrect as the confidence level of a witness, their demeanor alone, and the accuracy of their memory of details cannot be relied upon as the sole means of determining their credibility.

Which of the Following Points Should Be Kept in Mind