What can investigators use to show whether a theory of how an event occurred is physically possible and whether physical evidence is consistent with that theory?

a. Inductive reasoning
b. Deductive reasoning
c. Reenactments
d. Generalization


Answer: c

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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How many police officers should receive regular training in dealing with individuals in crisis situations?

a. all b. most c. one-half d. primarily those who are college educated

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a. role identity confusion b. lack of promotional opportunities c. professional accountability d. changing or conflicting policies and/or procedures

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Modern American laws on homicide are based on the English common law, which classified murder and manslaughter as criminal homicide, and classified noncriminal homicide as justifiable or _________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.

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