CFE – Investigation — Question 2

Sylvia, a novice interviewer, asks Adam, the respondent, the following question: "Didn't you know that something wasn’t right?" This kind of question is called a ____________________ question.

Answer options

• A. Complex
• B. Controlled answer
• C. Free narrative
• D. Double-negative

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is 'Controlled answer' because this type of question leads the respondent towards a specific answer, indicating what the interviewer expects. The other options do not accurately describe the nature of the question, as 'Complex' refers to questions with multiple parts, 'Free narrative' allows open-ended responses, and 'Double-negative' involves two negatives that can create confusion.