Question 1

Why did the court rule to exclude the testimony of profiler John Douglas in State of Ohio v.Lowe?
A)Douglas did not have the proper experience to do a criminal profile.
B)The State did not follow correct procedure in introducing the testimony.
C)The testimony was deemed irrelevant to the case.
D)It did not have the scientific reliability to be considered evidence.

Accepted Answer

The court ruled to exclude the testimony of profiler John Douglas in State of Ohio v. Lowe because it did not have the scientific reliability to be considered evidence. The technique of criminal profiling is a controversial one and has not been proven to be scientifically reliable. Therefore, the court determined that Douglas's testimony lacked the necessary foundation and rigor to be admissible as evidence.

Question 2

A study by Ressler,Burgess,and Douglas showed that approximately ____ of murderers have IQ scores above 120.
A)10%
B)20%
C)30%
D)50%

Accepted Answer

The study by Ressler, Burgess, and Douglas found that approximately 30% of murderers have IQ scores above 120. This suggests that while a high IQ may be associated with certain abilities such as problem-solving and reasoning, it does not necessarily prevent individuals from engaging in violent or criminal behavior.

Question 3

Charles Whitman,the Texas Tower shooter,is best described as a_______________.
A)mass murderer
B)serial murderer
C)spree murderer
D)family murderer

Accepted Answer

Charles Whitman committed a mass shooting at the University of Texas in 1966, killing 16 people and injuring 31 others. He did not have a pattern of multiple murders over a period of time, which would classify him as a serial killer. He also did not kill his family members, which would classify him as a family murderer. Whitman's crime was an act of mass violence, which fits the definition of a mass murder.

Question 4

What is the difference between the Control Question Technique (CQT) and the Relevant-Irrelevant Test?

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Question 5

Of the following,which was described by Walter Langer as being unable "to develop an intimate relationship with others that sustained adversity becausehe saw others as untrustworthy?"
A)Julius Caesar
B)Josef Stalin
C)Adolf Hitler
D)Saddam Hussein

Accepted Answer

Walter Langer, an American psychoanalyst, wrote a report on the personality of Adolf Hitler in 1943. In this report, Langer described Hitler as having a severe distrust of others, which prevented him from forming lasting intimate relationships. This distrust also fueled Hitler's paranoia, which contributed to his extreme tactics and decision-making during his reign.

Question 6

Because physical qualities and demographics are also important in identifying criminals,some investigators prefer to use the term _________profile.
A)psychic
B)holistic
C)sociopsychological
D)hierarchical

Accepted Answer

The term "sociopsychological profile" takes into account not only physical characteristics but also psychological and social factors that may lead to criminal behavior. It is a more comprehensive approach to criminal profiling than simply focusing on physical attributes, making it the best choice for the given statement. The other options (A, B, D) do not adequately address the importance of demographics and psychological factors in criminal profiling.

Question 7

Which of the following did Heilbronner (1993) describe as an immensely sexual process for the perpetrators?
A)Serial rape
B)Serial homicide
C)Serial arson
D)Stalking

Accepted Answer

Heilbronner (1993) described serial homicide as an immensely sexual process for the perpetrators, emphasizing the psychological and sexual gratification they derive from the act.

Question 8

Do physical or mental counter measures work when a suspect is taking a polygraph examination?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Typically,a profiler will typically
A)select one clue from a crime scene for the basis of a criminal's profile.
B)analyze all clues from a crime scene.
C)use clues to generate a hypothesis about the typical criminal.
D)be successful in analyzing all types of crimes.

Accepted Answer

A profiler analyzes all clues from a crime scene to generate a hypothesis about the typical criminal.

Question 10

Seeking out consistencies in the personalities,backgrounds,and behaviors of offenders who commit similar crimes describes what approach to criminalprofiling?
A)Distinguishing the evil person
B)Extracting specific characteristics
C)Personality analysis
D)Determining common characteristics

Accepted Answer

Determining common characteristics is the approach to criminal profiling that seeks out consistencies in the personalities, backgrounds, and behaviors of offenders who commit similar crimes. This approach allows investigators to identify patterns and potential motivations that can aid in their investigation and apprehension of the offender.

Question 11

Robert R.Hazelwood (1993) interviewed 41 men who had each committed rape at least 10 times.How many of the men reported beingsexually abused as children?
A)6
B)17
C)31
D)40

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Jerrold M.Post's personality profile of Saddam Hussein revealed that he is
A)impulsive,psychologically unstable,and often delusional.
B)patient,aggressive,and paranoid.
C)suffering from a psychotic disorder.
D)likely to commit suicide if faced with a loss of power.

Accepted Answer

Jerrold M. Post's personality profile of Saddam Hussein suggests that he is patient, aggressive, and paranoid. Post described him as having a "fighting personality" and being highly suspicious of others. While he may have had delusional beliefs, there is no evidence to suggest that he was psychologically unstable or suffering from a psychotic disorder. Additionally, there is no indication that he would commit suicide if faced with a loss of power.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a reason why criminal profiling is considered separate from forensic psychology?
A)Training in criminal profiling has historically been controlled by the FBI.
B)There are more jobs than applicants to fill the positions.
C)Most profilers have not done graduate study in psychology.
D)Even experienced profilers acknowledge that profiling is more art than science.

Accepted Answer

The reason given is not related to why criminal profiling is considered separate from forensic psychology. The other options all provide reasons why criminal profiling is distinct from forensic psychology, such as its historical ties to the FBI (A), the lack of formal graduate study in psychology among most profilers (C), and the subjectivity and ambiguity involved in the process of profiling (D).

Question 14

What percentage of murderers who have committed sexually oriented homicides report having been sexually abused as children?
A)10%
B)25%
C)50%
D)75%

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Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a step taken in generating a criminal profile?
A)A comprehensive study of the crime and they types of people who commit that crime
B)A detailed analysis of the crime scene
C)In-depth examination of the background of the victim
D)Formulation of predictions of the sites for future crimes

Accepted Answer

Formulation of predictions of the sites for future crimes is not a step taken in generating a criminal profile. The other options listed are steps taken in generating a criminal profile.

Question 16

Which of the following best describes a killer who has murdered on at least two separate occasions,with no cooling-off periods between homicides?
A)Mass murderer
B)Serial murderer
C)Spree murderer
D)Family murderer

Accepted Answer

A spree murderer is someone who kills two or more victims in a short time in multiple locations with no cooling-off period between the murders. This differentiates them from serial murderers, who have a cooling-off period between their murders.

Question 17

Testimony on crime scene analysis is usually admitted into court only when
A)the analysis has been confirmed by outside laboratories.
B)no one challenges the reliability and validity of the techniques used.
C)the same techniques have been used for a minimum of 5 years.
D)the testimony has been agreed upon by both the defense and the prosecution.

Accepted Answer

Testimony on crime scene analysis is usually admitted into court only when no one challenges the reliability and validity of the techniques used. This means that the methods and techniques used in the analysis are widely accepted and recognized in the scientific community as being accurate and reliable. If there are any concerns about the methods used, the testimony may not be admitted into court. Therefore, it is important that crime scene analysts use well-established and scientifically validated techniques to ensure that their testimony is admissible in court.

Question 18

Describe two types of studies used to evaluate the accuracy of the polygraph.

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Question 19

Describe the facts and the decision in the case of United States v.Scheffer on the admissibility of polygraph evidence at trial.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Unique,personal aspects of a criminal act,often the reflection of a need to express violent fantasies,are a criminal's _____________.
A)signature
B)sociological makeup
C)M.O.(modus operandi)
D)demographics

Accepted Answer

The signature of a criminal refers to the unique, personal aspects of a criminal act that are often reflective of the offender's need to fulfill a particular fantasy or urge. It can be seen as the criminal's trademark or calling card left at the scene of the crime. Therefore, choice A, signature, is the most appropriate answer to the given question.

Quiz 4: Techniques of Criminal Investigation: Profiling, Psychological Autopsies, Hypnosis, and Lie Detection

Why did the court rule to exclude the testimony of profiler John Douglas in State of Ohio v.Lowe?

A study by Ressler,Burgess,and Douglas showed that approximately ____ of murderers have IQ scores above 120.

Charles Whitman,the Texas Tower shooter,is best described as a_______________.

What is the difference between the Control Question Technique (CQT) and the Relevant-Irrelevant Test?

Of the following,which was described by Walter Langer as being unable "to develop an intimate relationship with others that sustained adversity becausehe saw others as untrustworthy?"

Because physical qualities and demographics are also important in identifying criminals,some investigators prefer to use the term _________profile.

Which of the following did Heilbronner (1993) describe as an immensely sexual process for the perpetrators?

Do physical or mental counter measures work when a suspect is taking a polygraph examination?

Typically,a profiler will typically

Seeking out consistencies in the personalities,backgrounds,and behaviors of offenders who commit similar crimes describes what approach to criminalprofiling?

Robert R.Hazelwood (1993) interviewed 41 men who had each committed rape at least 10 times.How many of the men reported beingsexually abused as children?

Jerrold M.Post's personality profile of Saddam Hussein revealed that he is

Which of the following is NOT a reason why criminal profiling is considered separate from forensic psychology?

What percentage of murderers who have committed sexually oriented homicides report having been sexually abused as children?

Which of the following is NOT a step taken in generating a criminal profile?

Which of the following best describes a killer who has murdered on at least two separate occasions,with no cooling-off periods between homicides?

Testimony on crime scene analysis is usually admitted into court only when

Describe two types of studies used to evaluate the accuracy of the polygraph.

Describe the facts and the decision in the case of United States v.Scheffer on the admissibility of polygraph evidence at trial.

Unique,personal aspects of a criminal act,often the reflection of a need to express violent fantasies,are a criminal's _____________.