In the procedure leading to trial of a civil matter, the step in which one party can be required to answer under oath questions that are put to them by the other party's lawyer is known as which of the following?

A) Stare decisis
B) The appearance
C) Default judgment
D) Examination for discovery
E) The statement of defence

Examination for Discovery

A pre-trial process where parties to a legal case are questioned under oath by the opposing party's lawyer to gather information about the case.

Stare Decisis

A legal doctrine stating that courts should follow precedents established in previous cases when making their decisions, to ensure consistency and predictability in the law.

Default Judgment

A binding judgment in favor of either party based on some failure to take action by the other party, usually the defendant.