A statement made during the heat of the moment by a declarant, such as an excited utterance, may be admitted under which hearsay exception?

• A. It is never admissible as hearsay.
• B. It qualifies as a res gestae or excited utterance exception to hearsay.
• C. It is admissible only if the declarant testifies at trial.
• D. It requires corroborating evidence from a second witness.

Answer: (B)