From among the following statements regarding the precautions a historian must observe, which one is not correct?

The historian should not invent what is not already existing

He should not introduce in the text what is not said by the author.

Facts obtained by direct examination of the document must not be confused with the results obtained by reasoning.

If the reasoning leaves any doubt, the conclusion should be drawn by constructive imagination.

From among the following statements regarding the precautions a histor

1.	From among the following statements regarding the precautions a historian must observe, which one is not correct?
A.	He should not introduce in the text what is not said by the author.
B.	Facts obtained by direct examination of the document must not be confused with the results obtained by reasoning.
C.	If the reasoning leaves any doubt, the conclusion should be drawn by constructive imagination.
D.	The historian should not invent what is not already existing
Answer» D. The historian should not invent what is not already existing

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