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DNA technology, the science of identifying people from their genetic codes, has made a profound difference in the prosecution of crimes. In the past, a man could be found guilty of a violent crime like murder or attempted murder on the basis of eyewitness testimony. However it has been known for years that this is not a reliable form of evidence.For example, three different people who watch a car
accident will often have three versions of what happened, none of which agree, James Bain of Florida understands this all too well. In 1974, he was sentenced to life in prison after a boy who was assaulted said that his attacker had large sideburns on his face and a mustache. This fitted Bain, who had been a student at the boy’s school. There was on clear evidence showing Bain was guilty. Now, a DNA test
on the evidence at the trial has proven that Bain was not involved. After 35 years in jail and several previously unsuccessful appeals for DNA testing Bain was released in 2009.
【題組】39. What was the deciding factor in James Bain's conviction?
(A) Bain’s facial hair was the most important piece of evidence.
(B) Bain went to the same school as the boy who was attacked.
(C) Bain’s DNA code was the reason for his release.
(D) Bain’s DNA code was the reason for his conviction.
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