Chapter 14
An expert witness can give an opinion in which of the following situations?
- The witness testifies to a reasonable degree of certainty (probability) about his or her opinion, inference, or conclusion. - The witness is shown to be qualified as a true expert in the field. -The opinion, inferences, or conclusions depend on special knowledge, skills, or training not within the ordinary experience of laypeople.
When writing a report, what's the most important aspect of formatting?
Consistency
Automated tools help you collect and report evidence, but you're responsible for doing which of the following?
Explaining the significance of the evidence
Which of the following rules or laws requires an expert to prepare and submit a report?
FRCP 26
Figures not used in the body of the report can't be included in report appendixes
False
Which of the following statements about the legal-sequential numbering system in report writing is true?
It doesn't indicate the relative importance of information.
Which of the following is the standard format for reports filed electronically in U.S. federal courts and most state courts?
For what purpose have hypothetical questions traditionally been used in litigation?
To frame the factual context of rendering an expert witness's opinion
Being able to incorporate the log files and reports tools generate into your written reports is a major advantage of automated forensics tools in report writing.
True
Which of the following is an example of a written report?
an affidavit
