In a product liability lawsuit, the plaintiff introduces a materials scientist to testify about the failure rate of a specific alloy used in the defendant's product. The defendant argues that the scientist's testimony is outside the proper subject matter for expert witnesses. Which of the following best supports the admissibility of the materials scientist's testimony?
Some argue that the failure rate of the alloy is understood and not suitable for expert testimony.
There is an argument that the testimony relies on predictions about future failures, which could be considered speculative.
The materials scientist has the expertise needed to discuss the failure rate of the alloy given the specialized knowledge involved.
There is an argument that legal interpretation is required for discussing the failure rate of the alloy.
The materials scientist has the expertise needed to discuss the failure rate of the alloy given the specialized knowledge involved, making it appropriate subject matter for expert testimony. The other options suggest that the subject is understood without specialization, require legal interpretation, or rely on predictions, which do not sufficiently challenge the admissibility based on subject matter.
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