Competency Hearings _______________________

question 26

Multiple Choice

Competency hearings _______________________.

• A) take place before an expert has been assigned to the case
• B) are very brief and occur in only a small minority of instances
• C) are normally very lengthy processes that take place over months
• D) occur even if all involved parties have stipulated to the findings in the report

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Definitions:

Polygraph Examiners

Professionals trained to conduct polygraph tests, which are used to assess the veracity of individuals' statements.

Specific Probes

Techniques or questions designed to elicit particular responses or information in research or investigations.

Diplomatic Corps

The Diplomatic Corps consists of the ambassadors and other diplomatic representatives of various countries stationed in a particular country.

Nonindustrialized Country

A nation with a less developed industrial base and a lower Human Development Index compared to other countries.