Which of the Following in NOT a Reason Why Police

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following in NOT a reason why police should be cautious in enlisting a psychologist to assist in hostage negotiation?

• A)Psychologists have little formal training on the topic
• B)Predictors of probable dangerousness in a given person are very poor
• C)Psychologists may side with the hostage taker,reflecting the Stockholm syndrome
• D)Statistical methods are more accurate predictors of outcome than is clinical judgment

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Definitions:

Similar

Bearing resemblance or having qualities in common with something else, though not identical.

Positive Information

Facts or data that reflect well on a person, situation, or entity, often enhancing a positive outcome or perception.

Structured Interview

A formalized interview process where all candidates are asked the same predetermined set of questions.

Halo Effect

A cognitive bias in which the perception of one positive quality in a person or thing influences the perception of other qualities.