What is a common mistake most investigators make in the interview?


A. They do not give the interviewee enough time to answer a question before asking another one.


B. They break for lunch too early.


C. They let an interviewee talk without interruption, which takes too long.


D. They are too intense about the goal of the interview, which is a confession.

Is it D?

I vote for A, but what does your text say?

of these choices, I suspect A is the best answer. However, I personally thing these are not the most common mistakes. See here; http://www.reid.com/pdfs/lcs2009.pdf

Yes, the correct answer is D. Many investigators make the mistake of being too focused on obtaining a confession during the interview. This intensity can create a hostile environment and may lead to false confessions. It is important for investigators to approach interviews with an open mind and gather all relevant information, rather than solely focusing on eliciting a confession.

To determine the correct answer, let's break down the options:

A. They do not give the interviewee enough time to answer a question before asking another one.
This could be a common mistake since it may not allow the interviewee to fully express their thoughts or provide accurate information. However, we are looking for the most common mistake.

B. They break for lunch too early.
While taking breaks is important during long interviews, breaking for lunch early may not be a common mistake among investigators. It seems less likely to be the most common mistake.

C. They let an interviewee talk without interruption, which takes too long.
While it is important to allow the interviewee to speak and explain their perspectives, letting them talk without interruption for too long may not be the most common mistake investigators make. It could be a mistake, but not necessarily the most common one.

D. They are too intense about the goal of the interview, which is a confession.
This could indeed be a common mistake. Investigators who are overly focused on obtaining a confession may employ aggressive tactics, bias their questioning, or fail to consider alternative explanations. This intense focus can hinder the effectiveness of the interview process and prevent the investigator from gathering accurate information.

Given the options, it is reasonable to conclude that the answer is D. Investigators being too intense about achieving a confession is a common mistake in interviews.