Which of the following is true, in relation to Jackson’s need to comply with Standard II (C)?

Susan Jackson, with HRS Investments, is appearing in court as an expert witness. She will have to use research done at HRS, to which she did not contribute directly, during her testimony.

Which of the following is true, in relation to Jackson’s need to comply with Standard II (C)?
A . Jackson is representing herself and may or may not attribute any of HRS’s research.
B . Jackson is representing HRS and must attribute any of HRS’s research.
C . Jackson is representing herself and must attribute any of HRS’s research.
D . There is not enough information given to answer this question.
E . Jackson is representing HRS and may or may not attribute any of HRS’s research.

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Expert witnesses represent themselves, not organizations. Thus, Susan must attribute any of HRS’s research to HRS and the team that conducted the research.