Who decides if someone qualifies as an expert witness?

A. the judge
B. the prosecutor
C. the jury
D. the defense attorney


A. the judge

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What is demonstrated by the fact that nearly half of the affirmative action programs in place for police hiring in America?s 50 largest cities are court mandated?

A) The courts are interfering in police hiring. B) Police departments are not voluntarily ending discrimination. C) City police forces have more trouble than rural forces in ending discrimination. D) Affirmative action is most likely illegal if not imposed by the court.

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A good test for determining homogenity of variance is the:

a. t test. b. Hartley Fmax test. c. Newman-Keuls procedure. d. Scheffé procedure.

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Since the age of two, Michael has had a history of acting out. As a child, Michael's acting out consisted of disrespecting his parents. By the age of 12, he was skipping school and hanging out with older boys in the neighborhood. By the time he was 15, he started using drugs and alcohol. Michael was consistently uncooperative with his parents. He was hostile to all authority figures, including teachers and police officers. He would frequently lose his temper and blame everyone else for his misbehavior. What mental disorder was most likely the appropriate diagnosis for Michael?

A. Bipolar disorder B. Mood disorder C. Oppositional disorder D. Schizophrenia

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In the context of the selection of judges, identify a true statement about merit selection.

A. It is sometimes referred to as the "Mississippi Plan." B. It does not entirely eliminate political influence from the selection process. C. It does not include citizens in its nominating commission. D. It involves the president appointing judges.

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