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Agree. The jury has to follow the directions given to them on day one of their empanelment. Beyond reasonable doubt on each of those questions. And motive doesn't enter into it.One thing to keep in mind is that if the verdict is 'not guilty', it doesn't necessarily mean the jury has sided with the defence's assertions.
If you've every been on a jury, you will understand. It's not always about right from wrong. It's the law and how it is presented and how you are directed by the judge.