Question

which step comes earliest in a civil trial: \discovery phase\, \complaint and answer\, or \cross examination\?
a \discovery phase\
b \complaint and answer\
c \cross examination\

Explanation:

In a civil trial, the order of steps is: first, "complaint and answer" (where the plaintiff files a complaint and the defendant answers), then the "discovery phase" (where parties gather evidence), and finally "cross - examination" (during the trial when witnesses are questioned by the opposing party). So the earliest step among the given options is "complaint and answer".

Answer:

B. "complaint and answer"