Inspector Delaney Interrupts a Witness She Is Interviewing to Ask

question 81

Multiple Choice

Inspector Delaney interrupts a witness she is interviewing to ask, "What time did you first notice the suspect?" According to researcher Ronald Fisher, what problem might Inspector Delaney encounter with her witness?

• A) The witness will become more unsure of his testimony if he is asked questions.
• B) The witness will become agitated if he is interrupted.
• C) The witness will give less complete testimony if he is interrupted.
• D) All of the choices.

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