Forensic Science Quiz Bias

What types of evidence does a forensic scientist analyze?

• Evidence from historical events

• Evidence from criminal investigations

• Evidence from natural disasters

• Evidence from medical research

What is the main purpose of a forensic scientist's work?

• To analyze historical events

• To analyze criminal investigation evidence

• To analyze medical research

• To analyze environmental data

What does the expert witness express an opinion on?

• The guilt of the defendant

• The significance of the findings

• The legal procedures

• The jury's decision

What is the number associated with the Federal Rules of Evidence for Expert Testimony?

• 701

• 702

• 703

• 704

What can the judge do with the opinion of an expert witness?

• Accept or reject the opinion’s significance

• Ignore the opinion completely

• Use the opinion to make laws

• Use the opinion to sentence the accused

What type of evidence does an expert witness present in court?

• Scientific evidence

• Hearsay evidence

• Circumstantial evidence

• Eyewitness testimony

What else may expert witnesses deliver within the area of their expertise?

• Expert evidence

• Personal testimony

• General advice

• Legal documents

What is the primary role of expert witnesses in the court system?

• To serve as an advocate for one side

• To serve as an objective party to the lawsuit

• To influence the jury or judge with fervor

• To present biased opinions

Which of the following is an example of what an expert might explain in court?

• Legal procedures

• Complicated scientific issues

• The emotional state of the jury

• The financial status of the judge

What is an example of extraneous information that can bias a forensic scientist?

• The suspect's ethnicity.

• The suspect's favorite movie.

• The suspect's hobbies.

• The suspect's dietary preferences.