Chapter 14 Quiz

An affidavit

A written report is often submitted as what type of document? An affidavit A deposition A subpoena A court order

150-200 words

An abstract should be how long? 200-250 words 150-200 words 250-300 words 300-350 words

Discovery

Anything an investigator writes down as part of examination for a report in a civil case is subject to which action from the opposing party? Deposition Subpoena Publication Discovery

High-risk documents

Because opposing counsel can demand discovery on them, what are written preliminary reports considered to be? Low-risk documents No-risk documents High-risk documents Medium-risk documents

True

Besides presenting facts, reports can communicate expert opinions. True False

Appendixes

Supporting information, such as raw data, figures not used in the report, and exhibits should be included where? References Appendixes Discussion Conclusion

False

Verbal reports are often more structured than a written report. True False

An examination report

What is most appropriately used to help an attorney learn the terms and functions used in digital forensics? An examination report A final report Preliminary testimony A glossary

The conclusion

What section of a report should contain broader generalizations? The conclusion The introduction The discussion The appendixes

An abstract

What should be provided if a report is long and complex? An appendix An abstract A table of contents A glossary

Aragorn

What was the first answer provided during the lecture? Answer:Aragorn

Friendship

What was the second answer provided during the lecture? Answer:fellowship

Portable Document Format (.pdf)

When creating a final report, which format is best based on the fact that it is not easily editable without special software? Excel (.xls) Portable Document Format (.pdf) Text (.txt) Word (.doc)

Supporting documentation such as log files and helpdesk tickets

When delivering a report what should you included? All drafts that were written Hand written notes gathered during the incident Supporting documentation such as log files and helpdesk tickets Emails between persons not involved with the incident

Technical jargon and acronyms

When writing reports for general audiences, what is best to avoid? Non-technical language Sources of outbreaks Technical jargon and acronyms Detailed timelines