Whilst I'm not defending anyone. Some people need to realise that a judge or a person, might reasonably know the answer to a question they ask. But they ask it

Whilst I'm not defending anyone. Some people need to realise that a judge or a person, might reasonably know the answer to a question they ask. But they ask it to allow people to provide their own case or opinion. Where by doing so might bring to light technicalities or areas the haven't considered.