What to do when bar questions have vague facts
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In case the facts are complete in a question, do not attempt to add facts or assume anything. Stick to the facts and answer with good language, relevant law and lawyer-like logic.
[1] We must distinguish. If xxx is yyy, then... (or As far as the xxx is concerned, yyy should...)
[2] It depends. If xxx... (or As far as the xxx is concerned, yyy is...)
[3] The question requires a qualified answer. If xxx..., then yyy...
[4] I will qualify. If xxx, yyy...
[5] On the assumption that xxx is yyy, then zzz...
[6] My answer must be qualified. If xxx...
SOURCE: TECHNIQUES IN ANSWERING BAR QUESTIONS BY ATTY. REY TATAD, JR from https://www.facebook.com/attyiwillbe/posts/848575985328253