In Kumho Tire Co., Ltd. v. Carmichael, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the "gatekeeping" role of a trial judge

a. was restricted to scientific testimony.
b. applied only to cases involving capital crimes.
c. was subject to appeal by a higher court.
d. applied to all expert testimony.


Answer: d

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a. plan a rehearsal or trial run. b. establish a unified command post. c. deliberate as to who is in charge. d. automatically defer to the federal agents in attendance.

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a. gamma-hydroxybutyric (GHB) b. Rohypnol c. oxycodone d. morphine

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. supportive b. welcoming c. hostile d. tepid

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