Question 1

The strength of video recording is that it captures exactly what happened during the interrogation process.

Accepted Answer

Video recording captures the visual and audio elements of the interrogation process, providing a comprehensive record of what transpired.

Question 2

Words alone convey only part of any conversation with another individual. What percentage of our conversations is nonverbal?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that approximately 65 percent of communication is nonverbal, including body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice.

Question 3

During the course of an interview, the investigator asks the subject who is responsible for the crime being investigated if he or she committed the crime. The subject states that he or she does not know who might have committed the crime, while at the same time he or she nods his or her head up and down. This combination of words and body movement is indicative of deception and an example of the lack of: _____.

Accepted Answer

The subject's verbal response and non-verbal cues (nodding) are not aligned, indicating a lack of synchrony, which can be a sign of deception.

Question 4

To guard against the allegation that an audio tape has been edited the investigator should state the date and time the interrogation begins and ends.

Accepted Answer

Stating the date and time of the interrogation helps establish a timeline and can serve as evidence that the recording is continuous and unaltered.

Question 5

Research indicates that most guilty persons who confess are, from the outset, looking for the proper opening during the interrogation to communicate their guilt to the interrogators.

Accepted Answer

Most guilty persons who confess are, from the outset, looking for the proper opening during the interrogation to communicate their guilt to the interrogators.

Question 6

During the course of an interview the investigator notices that the person being interviewed begins to move around in the chair, jiggles his or her feet, and fidget. These are all signs of a lack of:

Accepted Answer

These behaviors typically indicate discomfort or nervousness, suggesting a lack of comfort.

Question 7

The issue of whether or not an elderly person is competent to testify can be addressed with a few questions to determine if that person is rooted in reality and if his or her answers to the questions were responsive.

Accepted Answer

The competency of an elderly person to testify can be assessed by asking questions to evaluate their understanding of reality and their ability to provide coherent and relevant responses.

Question 8

The Supreme Court established a two-prong test that determines when the so-called Miranda warnings must be given. This two-prong test is met when which two conditions are present?

Accepted Answer

The Miranda warnings are required when a person is both in custody and subject to interrogation, as established by the Supreme Court.

Question 9

The goal of rapport building is to make the person being interviewed feel comfortable with the interview process and with the investigator.

Accepted Answer

Rapport building aims to create a trusting and comfortable environment, facilitating open communication and cooperation during the interview process.

Question 10

At what step in the interview process should the investigator begin the probing process that would address any competency or credibility issues that might arise?

Accepted Answer

The answer of At what step in the interview process...

Question 11

A sympathetic approach that uses expressions of understanding and compassion is appropriate for what type of offender?

Accepted Answer

A sympathetic approach is most suitable for emotional offenders as it helps in building rapport and understanding their feelings, which can be crucial in addressing their behavior.

Question 12

Interviewing is a four-step process. At which step should the investigator begin taking notes or start recording the interview?

Accepted Answer

The investigator should begin taking notes or start recording the interview during the second step, which is when the actual questioning begins.

Question 13

The weakness of video recording is that it captures exactly what happened during the interrogation process.

Accepted Answer

Video recording captures the exact events that occur during an interrogation, providing an accurate record of what happened.

Question 14

When interviewing a person, the investigator should be aware that the person's age, intelligence, mental state, and level of intoxication could all affect that person's ability to testify at trial. These issues relate to the person's: _____.

Accepted Answer

Competency refers to a person's legal ability to testify in court, which can be affected by factors such as age, intelligence, mental state, and intoxication.

Question 15

When interviewing a subject, the investigator notices that the person uses racially biased comments and slurs. The investigator should take note of these comments as they relate to that person's: _____.

Accepted Answer

Racially biased comments and slurs can affect a person's credibility, as they may indicate bias or prejudice that could influence their statements or actions.

Question 16

About 80 percent of all law enforcement interviews are informal and take place outside of an office setting.

Accepted Answer

About 80 percent of all law enforcement interviews are informal and take place outside of an office setting.

Question 17

A person who is intoxicated is not going to be a competent witness, however, the person who has had only a few beers may be.

Accepted Answer

A person who is intoxicated may not be considered competent due to impaired judgment and memory, but someone who has only had a few beers might still be able to provide reliable testimony depending on their level of impairment.

Question 18

The most effective tactic to use on the emotional offender during the course of an interrogations is the factual analysis approach.

Accepted Answer

The most effective tactic for an emotional offender is often an empathetic approach, as it addresses their emotional state and builds rapport, rather than relying solely on factual analysis.

Question 19

The factual analysis approach during and interrogation works best on what type of offender?

Accepted Answer

The factual analysis approach is most effective on nonemotional offenders who respond better to logical and evidence-based discussions rather than emotional appeals.

Question 20

The minimum age limit for a minor to testify in court has been set at age 12 and above.

Accepted Answer

There is no universal minimum age limit for a minor to testify in court; it varies by jurisdiction and is often determined by the child's ability to understand and communicate the truth.

Quiz 7: Interviewing and Interrogation

The strength of video recording is that it captures exactly what happened during the interrogation process.

Words alone convey only part of any conversation with another individual. What percentage of our conversations is nonverbal?

To guard against the allegation that an audio tape has been edited the investigator should state the date and time the interrogation begins and ends.

Research indicates that most guilty persons who confess are, from the outset, looking for the proper opening during the interrogation to communicate their guilt to the interrogators.

During the course of an interview the investigator notices that the person being interviewed begins to move around in the chair, jiggles his or her feet, and fidget. These are all signs of a lack of:

The issue of whether or not an elderly person is competent to testify can be addressed with a few questions to determine if that person is rooted in reality and if his or her answers to the questions were responsive.

The Supreme Court established a two-prong test that determines when the so-called Miranda warnings must be given. This two-prong test is met when which two conditions are present?

The goal of rapport building is to make the person being interviewed feel comfortable with the interview process and with the investigator.

At what step in the interview process should the investigator begin the probing process that would address any competency or credibility issues that might arise?

A sympathetic approach that uses expressions of understanding and compassion is appropriate for what type of offender?

Interviewing is a four-step process. At which step should the investigator begin taking notes or start recording the interview?

The weakness of video recording is that it captures exactly what happened during the interrogation process.

When interviewing a person, the investigator should be aware that the person's age, intelligence, mental state, and level of intoxication could all affect that person's ability to testify at trial. These issues relate to the person's: _____.

When interviewing a subject, the investigator notices that the person uses racially biased comments and slurs. The investigator should take note of these comments as they relate to that person's: _____.

About 80 percent of all law enforcement interviews are informal and take place outside of an office setting.

A person who is intoxicated is not going to be a competent witness, however, the person who has had only a few beers may be.

The most effective tactic to use on the emotional offender during the course of an interrogations is the factual analysis approach.

The factual analysis approach during and interrogation works best on what type of offender?

The minimum age limit for a minor to testify in court has been set at age 12 and above.