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hear testimony
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Respect for authority may lead to a greater emphasis on written documentation and official records rather than oral testimony.
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trial witness
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Not always seen as trustworthy or reliable, and their testimony may be viewed with skepticism.
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trial witness
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China
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Witness testimony is often viewed as less influential compared to other forms of evidence, such as documentation or physical evidence.
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witness
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Witnesses are expected to show deference to authority and may be hesitant to come forward due to cultural emphasis on harmony and avoiding conflict.
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witness box
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China
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Not commonly used in traditional court proceedings; witnesses give testimony from their seat or designated area
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witness box
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China
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Witnesses usually give their testimony while standing in front of everyone in the courtroom, without a designated witness box.
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witness box
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China
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Less common due to the traditional practice of seated testimony without a designated box
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witnesses
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China
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In some traditional settings, witnesses may be expected to show respect to authority figures by not contradicting their statements.
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