Which of the Following Statements About Malingering in Personal Injury

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about malingering in personal injury cases is true?

• A) It is clear that malingering is a greater concern in personal injury cases than other forensic situations.
• B) Receiving financial compensation is related to reports of increased pain.
• C) Attorneys frequently ~75%) coach their clients to "beat" psychological and neuropsychological tests.
• D) Psychological experts may influence clients' exaggeration of symptoms.

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