During a criminal investigation, there are two basic kinds of proof needed to establish the guilt or innocence of a suspect; one type is direct evidence and the other type of proof is _______.

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The other options are not valid types of proof in a criminal investigation. Direct evidence refers to evidence that directly proves a fact, such as an eyewitness account or DNA evidence. Circumstantial evidence, on the other hand, refers to evidence that does not directly prove a fact, but rather supports an inference or conclusion about a fact. An example of circumstantial evidence would be evidence of motive, opportunity, or prior behavior that suggests a suspect's guilt.

During a Criminal Investigation, There Are Two Basic Kinds of Proof