The burden of proof in a civil case; the greater weight of the evidence is called...

• A. Closing Argument
• B. Damages
• C. Preponderance of the Evidence
• D. Negligence

Answer: (C)

In civil cases, the standard of proof is the preponderance of the evidence—the greater weight, meaning more likely than not that the asserted facts are true. This means the plaintiff must persuade the fact-finder that their claims are more probable than not to be true, tipping the scales slightly in their favor. It’s a lower threshold than criminal cases, which require proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

The other terms don’t describe this standard: a closing argument is a trial speech, not a measure of proof; damages are the monetary remedy sought; negligence is a type of conduct that may be at issue, not the level of proof required.