Ambiguous Words Can Be Unethical When Used Deliberately to Sway

question 29

True/False

Ambiguous words can be unethical when used deliberately to sway an audience.

Understand the distribution and causes of earthquakes relative to plate tectonics.

Recognize the seismic wave characteristics and their propagation through Earth.

Comprehend the methods used for determining the location and magnitude of earthquakes.

Identify the effects and risks associated with earthquakes, including secondary hazards.

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Definitions:

Lay Witness

A witness who testifies in court about what they saw, heard, or know directly, not providing an expert opinion.

Expert Witness

A person with specialized knowledge, skills, or experience in a particular field who provides testimony in legal proceedings to clarify facts at issue.

Credible

Worthy of belief or confidence; reliable and trustworthy.

Hearsay Rule

A legal rule that prohibits the use of statements made outside of court as evidence if offered to prove the truth of the matter asserted.