Characteristics of a criminal investigator: takes nothing for granted. Investigators may find that victims and witnesses, as well as suspects, may be motivated by various physiological, psychological, and sociological needs that may "color" the information they give. Gathers information, but verifies it credibility.

a. Suspicious
b. Curious
c. Observant
d. Unbiased and Unprejudiced
e. Develops rapport through interpersonal communication skills.


Answer: a. Suspicious

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