Examples of Credible Evidence

Which type of evidence is observed when a biologist conducts experiments to study the effects of a new fertilizer on plant growth?

• Empirical evidence

• Hypothetical evidence

• Theoretical evidence

• Anecdotal evidence

Answer explanation

Empirical evidence is observed when a biologist conducts experiments to study the effects of a new fertilizer on plant growth because it is based on direct observation and experimentation.

During a bank robbery, which type of evidence relies on the personal account of a bank teller who witnessed the event?

• Sensory perception

• Memory recall

• Eyewitness testimony

• Visual identification

Answer explanation

Eyewitness testimony relies on the personal account of a bank teller who witnessed the event, making it the type of evidence in a bank robbery scenario.

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In a court case involving a complex financial dispute between two multinational corporations, what type of evidence would be provided by a certified public accountant?

• Expert testimony

• Layman testimony

• Novice testimony

• Amateur testimony

Answer explanation

In a court case involving a complex financial dispute between two multinational corporations, a certified public accountant would provide expert testimony.

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At the scene of a bank robbery, which type of evidence would include items such as a suspect's fingerprints found on the vault door, the DNA from hair samples left behind, or the gun dropped by the robber?

• Physical evidence

• Forensic evidence

• Circumstantial evidence

• Biological evidence

Answer explanation

Forensic evidence includes items like fingerprints, DNA, and dropped weapons found at a crime scene, making it the correct choice for evidence in a bank robbery scenario.

In a study determining the effectiveness of a new diet plan called 'KetoGenix', what type of evidence involves numerical data used to support the conclusion?

• Statistical evidence

• Anecdotal evidence

• Qualitative evidence

• Narrative evidence

Answer explanation

Statistical evidence involves numerical data used to support conclusions, making it the correct type of evidence in a study determining the effectiveness of a new diet plan like 'KetoGenix'.

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Why is a study on the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines in a diverse population across different regions considered credible evidence?

• Such studies are considered credible evidence due to rigorous research methods, peer review, and reproducibility across various demographics.

• Such studies are considered credible evidence due to lack of transparency, conflicting results, and reliance on outdated methods.

• Such studies are considered credible evidence due to personal opinions, anecdotal evidence, and lack of peer review.

• Such studies are considered credible evidence due to limited sample sizes, biased researchers, and unverifiable data.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights that studies on COVID-19 vaccines are credible due to rigorous research methods, peer review, and reproducibility.

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During a bank robbery, how might the reliability of eyewitness testimonies be compromised?

• Eyewitness testimonies can be influenced by stress, leading questions, memory decay, and biases.

• Eyewitness testimonies are not affected by external factors

• Eyewitnesses have perfect memory recall in all situations

• Eyewitness testimonies are always accurate and reliable

Answer explanation

Eyewitness testimonies can be compromised by stress, leading questions, memory decay, and biases, affecting their reliability.

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In a real-world scenario, consider a case where a patient named John Doe underwent a complex heart surgery but later developed severe complications. The family decides to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. During the trial, how can John Doe's lawyer challenge the testimony of the medical expert presented by the opposing side?

• By sharing personal experiences related to John Doe's case

• By simply agreeing with the medical expert's testimony

• By disregarding the medical expert's testimony altogether

• By presenting contradictory medical records, questioning the expert's medical credentials, highlighting any potential biases, and cross-examining the expert.

Answer explanation

The testimony of a medical expert can be challenged by presenting contradictory medical records, questioning the expert's medical credentials, highlighting any potential biases, and cross-examining the expert.

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After a burglary at a local jewelry store, which type of physical evidence would be most crucial for the investigation?

• Hair samples

• DNA evidence

• Fingerprints

• Footprints

Answer explanation

Fingerprints are the most crucial physical evidence after a burglary as they can help identify potential suspects and link them to the crime scene.

In the context of reporting on national unemployment rates, how can statistical data be manipulated to present a biased viewpoint?

• Using accurate data representation, providing full context, and conducting thorough analysis

• By selectively choosing data, altering scale or units, using misleading visuals, or cherry-picking specific data points related to unemployment.

Answer explanation

The correct choice involves manipulating data through selective data choice, altering scale or units, using misleading visuals, or cherry-picking specific data points related to unemployment.

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