Deck 14: Report Writing for High-Tech Investigations

Question 1

You can use the ____ to help your attorney learn the terms and functions used in computer forensics.

A) verbal report
B) preliminary report
C) final report
D) examination plan

Answer 1

D

Question 2

In the past, the method for expressing an opinion has been to frame a ____ question based on available factual evidence.

A) hypothetical
B) nested
C) challenging
D) contradictory

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A verbal report is more structured than a written report.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Besides presenting facts, reports can communicate expert opinion.

Question 5

____ provide additional resource material not included in the body of the report.

A) Conclusion
B) References
C) Discussion
D) Appendixes

Question 6

The abstract should be one or two paragraphs totaling about 150 to ____ words.

A) 200
B) 250
C) 300
D) 350

Question 7

In the main section of your report, you typically cite references with the ____ enclosed in parentheses.

A) year of publication and author's last name
B) author's last name
C) author's last name and year of publication
D) year of publication

Question 8

An expert's opinion is governed by FRE, Rule ____, and the corresponding rule in many states.

A) 705
B) 755
C) 805
D) 855

Question 9

A written preliminary report is considered a ____ document because opposing counsel can demand discovery on it.

A) low-risk
B) middle-risk
C) high-risk
D) no-risk

Question 10

Attorneys can now submit documents electronically in many courts; the standard format in federal courts is ____.

A) Microsoft Word (DOC)
B) Portable Document Format (PDF)
C) Encapsulated Postscript (EPS)
D) Postscript (PS)

Question 11

A report using the ____ numbering system divides material into sections and restarts numbering with each main section.

A) roman-sequential
B) decimal
C) legal-sequential
D) indent

Question 12

If a report is long and complex, you should provide a(n) ____.

A) appendix
B) glossary
C) table of contents
D) abstract

Question 13

A written report is frequently a(n) ____ or a declaration.

A) subpoena
B) affidavit
C) deposition
D) perjury

Question 14

When writing a report, use a formal, technical style.

Question 15

Typically, report writers use one of two numbering systems: decimal numbering or ____ numbering.

A) legal-sequential
B) roman-sequential
C) arabic-sequential
D) letter-sequential

Question 16

As with any research paper, write the report abstract last.

Question 17

Remember that anything you write down as part of your examination for a report is subject to ____ from the opposing attorney.

A) subpoena
B) discovery
C) publishing
D) deposition

Question 18

A(n) ____ is sworn to under oath (and penalty of perjury or comparable false swearing statute).

A) written report
B) verbal report
C) examination plan
D) cross-examination report

Question 19

A(n) ____ is a document that lets you know what questions to expect when you are testifying.

A) written report
B) affidavit
C) examination plan
D) subpoena

Question 20

If you must write a preliminary report, use words such as "preliminary copy,""draft copy," or "working draft."

Question 21

Save broader generalizations and summaries for the report's ____.

A) appendixes
B) introduction
C) conclusion
D) discussion

Question 22

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
a report layout system

Question 23

The report body consists of the introduction and _________________________ sections.

Question 24

If necessary, you can include ____ containing material such as raw data, figures not used in the body of the report, and anticipated exhibits.

A) conclusions
B) discussions
C) references
D) appendixes

Question 25

When writing a report, _________________________ means the tone of language you use to address the reader.

Question 26

The report's ____ should restate the objectives, aims, and key questions and summarize your findings with clear, concise statements.

A) abstract
B) conclusion
C) introduction
D) reference

Question 27

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
starts by referring to the report's purpose, states the main points, draws conclusions, and possibly renders an opinion

Question 28

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
a witness testifying to personally observed facts

Question 29

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
lawyers jargon for destroying or concealing evidence

Question 30

Reports and logs generated by forensic tools are typically in plaintext format, a word processor format, or ____ format.

A) PDF
B) HTML
C) PS
D) TXT

Question 31

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
draw reader's attention to a point in your report.

Question 32

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
stands for Message Digest 5

Question 33

The ______________________________ system is frequently used when writing pleadings.

Question 34

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
computer forensics software tool

Question 35

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
used by an attorney to guide an expert witness in his or her testimony

Question 36

Match each item with a statement below
a.Decimal numbering
f.Verbal report
b.Lay witness
g.Spoliation
c.FTK
h.Conclusion section
d.Examination plan
i.MD5
e.Signposts
typically takes place in an attorney's office where the attorney requests your consultant's report

Question 37

Lawyers use services called _________________________ (libraries), which store examples of expert witnesses' previous testimony.

Question 38

What are the report requirements for civil cases as specified on Rule 26, FRCP?

Question 39

Briefly explain how to limit your report to specifics.

Question 40

_________________________ assist readers in scanning the text quickly by highlighting the main points and logical development of information.

Question 41

What is the basic structure of a report?

Question 42

Explain how to use supportive material on a report.

Question 43

What are the areas of investigation usually addressed by a verbal report?

Question 44

What are the four conditions required for an expert witness to testify to an opinion or conclusion?

Question 45

Explain how hypothetical questions can be used to ensure that you as a witness are basing your opinion on facts expected to be supported by evidence.

Question 46

How should you explain examination and data collection methods?

Question 47

What do you need to consider to produce clear, concise reports?

Question 48

Provide some guidelines for writing an introduction section for a report.