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AAERT CDR MAIN EXAM PRACTICE TEST 100+ Questions with Answers &
Detailed Rationales New UPDATED!!!
SECTION 1: LEGAL TERMINOLOGY & PROCEDURES
Questions
1. The legal term for a command to appear and testify at a
deposition is:
A. Summons
B. Subpoena
C. Writ
D. Complaint
Answer: B
Rationale: A subpoena commands a person to appear and give
testimony.
2. A "subpoena duces tecum" requires the witness to:
A. Only testify
B. Produce documents or evidence and appear
C. Pay a fine
D. Serve as an interpreter
Answer: B
Rationale: Subpoena duces tecum compels production of
documents/evidence.
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3. In a civil case, the standard of proof is:
A. Beyond a reasonable doubt
B. Clear and convincing evidence
C. Preponderance of the evidence
D. Probable cause
Answer: C
Rationale: Civil cases use preponderance of the evidence.
4. The party who initiates a lawsuit is the:
A. Defendant
B. Plaintiff
C. Respondent
D. Movant
Answer: B
Rationale: Plaintiff files the complaint.
5. Hearsay is best defined as:
A. Sworn testimony
B. An out-of-court statement offered for the truth of the matter
asserted
C. Expert opinion
D. A written admission
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Answer: B
Rationale: Hearsay is an out-of-court statement used to prove
truth.
6. A "tort" is a:
A. Criminal offense
B. Civil wrong causing harm
C. Contract dispute
D. Traffic violation
Answer: B
Rationale: A tort is a civil wrong.
7. "Voir dire" refers to:
A. Closing arguments
B. Questioning to determine witness/juror competency or bias
C. Jury instructions
D. A motion to dismiss
Answer: B
Rationale: Voir dire is preliminary questioning.
8. Which of the following is allowed on cross-examination?
A. Leading questions
B. Only open-ended questions
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C. No questions
D. Only questions approved by judge
Answer: A
Rationale: Leading questions are permitted on cross.
9. A "motion in limine" is filed to:
A. Request a new trial
B. Exclude evidence before trial
C. Compel discovery
D. Dismiss the case
Answer: B
Rationale: Motion in limine seeks to exclude evidence pre-trial.
10. The "best evidence rule" requires:
A. Testimony of an eyewitness
B. Original document when content is at issue
C. Expert witness
D. Video recording
Answer: B
Rationale: Best evidence rule requires original document.
AAERT CDR MAIN EXAM PRACTICE TEST 100+ Questions with Answers &
Detailed Rationales New UPDATED!!!
SECTION 1: LEGAL TERMINOLOGY & PROCEDURES
Questions
1. The legal term for a command to appear and testify at a
deposition is:
A. Summons
B. Subpoena
C. Writ
D. Complaint
Answer: B
Rationale: A subpoena commands a person to appear and give
testimony.
2. A "subpoena duces tecum" requires the witness to:
A. Only testify
B. Produce documents or evidence and appear
C. Pay a fine
D. Serve as an interpreter
Answer: B
Rationale: Subpoena duces tecum compels production of
documents/evidence.
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3. In a civil case, the standard of proof is:
A. Beyond a reasonable doubt
B. Clear and convincing evidence
C. Preponderance of the evidence
D. Probable cause
Answer: C
Rationale: Civil cases use preponderance of the evidence.
4. The party who initiates a lawsuit is the:
A. Defendant
B. Plaintiff
C. Respondent
D. Movant
Answer: B
Rationale: Plaintiff files the complaint.
5. Hearsay is best defined as:
A. Sworn testimony
B. An out-of-court statement offered for the truth of the matter
asserted
C. Expert opinion
D. A written admission
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Answer: B
Rationale: Hearsay is an out-of-court statement used to prove
truth.
6. A "tort" is a:
A. Criminal offense
B. Civil wrong causing harm
C. Contract dispute
D. Traffic violation
Answer: B
Rationale: A tort is a civil wrong.
7. "Voir dire" refers to:
A. Closing arguments
B. Questioning to determine witness/juror competency or bias
C. Jury instructions
D. A motion to dismiss
Answer: B
Rationale: Voir dire is preliminary questioning.
8. Which of the following is allowed on cross-examination?
A. Leading questions
B. Only open-ended questions
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C. No questions
D. Only questions approved by judge
Answer: A
Rationale: Leading questions are permitted on cross.
9. A "motion in limine" is filed to:
A. Request a new trial
B. Exclude evidence before trial
C. Compel discovery
D. Dismiss the case
Answer: B
Rationale: Motion in limine seeks to exclude evidence pre-trial.
10. The "best evidence rule" requires:
A. Testimony of an eyewitness
B. Original document when content is at issue
C. Expert witness
D. Video recording
Answer: B
Rationale: Best evidence rule requires original document.
