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Multistate Bar Examination Practice Question

In a federal civil trial, after the jury has entered a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, the defendant files a motion for judgment as a matter of law. What standard does the court apply to decide whether to grant the defendant's motion?

  • The court will grant the motion if the evidence does not support a reasonable conclusion in favor of the plaintiff.

  • The court will grant the motion if the defendant can prove the plaintiff did not meet the burden of proof.

  • The court will grant the motion if there is conflicting evidence regarding the plaintiff's claims.

  • The court will grant the motion if the jury's verdict was not unanimous.

Multistate Bar Examination
Civil Procedure
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