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Understanding DUI Breath Test Machines

Understanding DUI Breath Test Machines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Social Studies, Professional Development

10th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video challenges the reliability of DUI breath test machines, labeling them as pseudoscience. The speaker, a former Los Angeles prosecutor with extensive experience in DUI cases, argues that the industry is flawed. He identifies three main problems: the devices themselves, the administration of the tests, and the subjects taking the tests.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the common perception of DUI breath test machines?

They are only used in certain states.

They are unreliable and inaccurate.

They are foolproof scientific devices.

They are a new technology.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the science behind DUI breath test machines?

As cutting-edge technology.

As reliable and trustworthy.

As pseudoscience and often junk science.

As a necessary tool for law enforcement.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the speaker have in Los Angeles?

A defense attorney.

A forensic toxicologist.

A Los Angeles prosecutor.

A DUI enforcement officer.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many DUI cases did the speaker prosecute during their career?

More than 4,000 cases.

More than 3,000 cases.

More than 2,000 cases.

More than 1,000 cases.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's opinion on the DUI breath test industry?

It is a well-regulated industry.

It is a sham with significant issues.

It is only problematic in certain areas.

It is improving with new technology.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first problem identified with DUI breath tests?

The legality of the devices.

The availability of the devices.

The accuracy of the devices.

The cost of the devices.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the second issue related to DUI breath tests?

The way the tests are administered by police.

The way the tests are marketed.

The way the tests are funded.

The way the tests are manufactured.

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