Exam Preview for 37780: The Basics of Forensic Audiology April 13,

The Basics of Forensic Audiology

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. Forensic audiologists are involved in which of the following types of cases? Automobile accidents Audiology/Dispenser Malpractice Criminal Cases All of the above
2. What is the current rule that, if not followed by the expert witness, will result in disqualification? The Daubert Rule The Frye Rule Lord Mansfield’s Rule None of the above
3. Which of the following should NOT be an expectation of an expert witness when retained by an attorney to work on a case? They may be persuaded to change their opinion according to the attorneys wishes to win the case. They will be asked to form an objective opinion on the case. Possibly draft a written report expressing their opinion. All of the above
4. Which of the following describe a Deposition? The judge presides over the testimony. The jury decides the facts in the case. The expert’s testimony is taken under oath. The expert writes out questions for the attorney to present to the other side.
5. In civil litigation, about how often does a case make it to a trial? Never 3% 25% 18%