Which of the Following Concerning 'Pleadings' Is True

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concerning 'pleadings' is true?

A) The first step in starting a lawsuit is the serving of a summons on the defendant.
B) The case is set for trial on the court calendar once the pleadings have commenced.
C) They serve three major functions.
D) The complaint,answer and reply inform the parties of each other's claims and form the basis for a trial.