What Is NOT One of the Good Signs for Hostage

question 1

Multiple Choice

What is NOT one of the good signs for hostage negotiations identified? by Greenstone?

• A)the hostage taker talking more in general.
• B)the hostage taker talking about similarities to the negotiator.
• C)the hostage taker talking more about their personal life.
• D)the hostage taker reflecting less violence in conversation.

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