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  • 1. Which of the following is a primary purpose of an investigative interview?
A) . To immediately obtain a confession
B) To gather accurate information and clarify facts
C) . To conduct a surprise raid
D) . To intimidate the suspect
  • 2. Which method of interview involves open-ended questions to encourage the subject
A) Leading questioning
B) Cognitive interviewing
C) Direct questioning
D) Rapid-fire questioning
  • 3. Which type of interrogation method relies on psychological strategies rather than
A) Physical intimidation
B) Covert surveillance
C) Forceful confrontation
D) Reid technique
  • 4. In an admission, a person acknowledges:
A) Their innocence
B) The entire criminal act
C) Only the elements of the crime
D) Facts that may indicate involvement but not the full criminal liability
  • 5. Which of the following is required for a confession to be admissible in court?
A) It must be coerced under pressure
B) It must be made to any person
C) It must be made in front of the media
D) It must be voluntarily made
  • 6. Which of the following statements about dying declarations is true?
A) They are admissible even without corroboration if the declarant believes death is imminent
B) They must be notarized
C) They are inadmissible unless a judge witnesses them
D) They are only valid if the declarant survives
  • 7. An independent relevant statement is:
A) A statement made to influence another witness
B) . A statement that independently proves facts of the case
C) A confession made under duress
D) . A statement made to the police immediately after arrest
  • 8. Which of the following is a method used in interrogation to detect deception?
A) Passive observation
B) Polygraph testing
C) Open-ended narrative
D) Note-taking
  • 9. Which principle underlies the validity of a voluntary confession?
A) Immediate police confrontation
B) Presence of media witnesses
C) Intimidation by authorities
D) Absence of threats, inducement, or coercion
  • 10. The type of interview that seeks to establish a timeline of events is:
A) Cognitive
B) Narrative
C) Structured
D) Informal
  • 11. Which of the following is NOT a legal requirement for a confession?
A) . It must be voluntary
B) It must include a public apology
C) The suspect must be informed of their rights
D) It must be made knowingly and intelligently
  • 12. The Reid Technique primarily focuses on:
A) Conducting surveillance
B) Encouraging suspects to lie
C) Gathering physical evidence
D) Using confrontation and behavioral analysis to elicit a confession
  • 13. A dying declaration can be admitted without corroboration if:
A) It was recorded on video
B) The declarant was aware death was imminent
C) It was signed in front of police
D) It was written and notarized
  • 14. Which of the following best describes a cognitive interview?
A) Relies on threats to elicit statements
B) Focuses on witness memory retrieval through context reinstatement
C) Forces the suspect to provide a confession
D) Is conducted without asking questions
  • 15. When analyzing an independent relevant statement, investigators should:
A) Accept the statement at face value
B) Use the statement only as hearsay
C) Ignore contradictions
D) Verify the statement independently without coercion
  • 16. Which technique encourages witnesses to reconstruct past events to improve recall accuracy?
A) Rapid questioning
B) Leading questions
C) Confrontational interrogation
D) Cognitive interviewing
  • 17. A confession made after prolonged detention without access to counsel is:
A) Presumed involuntary and inadmissible
B) Admissible in court
C) Admissible in court
D) Considered independent relevant statement
  • 18. The primary purpose of a police interrogation is to:
A) Obtain evidence through coercion
B) Immediately arrest anyone nearby
C) Publicly shame the suspect
D) Elicit the truth from a suspect
  • 19. Which of the following is a legal safeguard to ensure a confession is voluntary?
A) Threatening the suspect with punishment
B) Advising the suspect of their right to remain silent
C) Using physical pressure
D) Conducting the interrogation in private
  • 20. Which is a hallmark of an independent relevant statement?
A) Given only after a court order
B) Made voluntarily and without prompting
C) Needs corroboration to be valid
D) Requires police supervision
  • 21. During an investigative interview, the officer should:
A) Ask leading questions to force answers
B) Focus on irrelevant facts
C) Listen actively and encourage detailed narratives
D) Interrupt the witness frequently
  • 22. Which method of interrogation is structured around behavioral cues and inconsistencies in the suspect’s story?
A) Reid Technique
B) Passive observation
C) Cognitive interviewing
D) Direct confrontation
  • 23. Which factor may render a confession inadmissible?
A) Knowledge of rights
B) Threats or promises made by law enforcement
C) Voluntary nature
D) . Recording of the confession
  • 24. A statement made by a person under the belief that they are about to die is:
A) A dying declaration
B) . A hearsay statement
C) An admission
D) A voluntary confession
  • 25. Which is an example of an open-ended question during an interview?
A) Was the door locked?”
B) Can you describe everything that happened that day?”
C) Did you see him take the money?”
D) You didn’t hit anyone, right?”
  • 26. Which of the following best defines an admission?
A) . An acknowledgment of some facts that may establish a crime but stops short of full guilt
B) Statement without any factual basis
C) Complete confession of guilt
D) Statement by a third party
  • 27. Which of the following is NOT a type of interview?
A) Informational
B) Cognitive
C) Investigative
D) Coercive
  • 28. In applying the principles of dying declaration, one must ensure
A) The statement is notarized
B) It is read aloud in court
C) The declarant knew death was imminent
D) The statement is recorded immediately
  • 29. A confession made to a fellow detainee under threat is:
A) Considered independent relevant statement
B) Inadmissible due to coercion
C) Automatically valid
D) Admissible
  • 30. Which method is most effective for improving witness memory recall?
A) Cognitive interviewing
B) Leading questions
C) Confrontational interrogation
D) Rapid-fire questioning
  • 31. Which principle ensures the reliability of an independent relevant statement?
A) Must be made publicly
B) Must be repeated multiple times
C) Statement must be voluntary and independent of coercion
D) Must involve a police officer
  • 32. . The legal safeguard that a suspect’s statement cannot be used if obtained under
A) Rule against hearsay
B) Miranda rights
C) Doctrine of independent evidence
D) Principle of voluntariness
  • 33. During an interview, which approach helps minimize witness anxiety and improve information accuracy?
A) Friendly and neutral demeanor
B) Ignoring witness responses
C) Aggressive confrontation
D) Repeating questions rapidly
  • 34. Which of the following is an element of a valid confession?
A) Made without awareness of rights
B) Coerced under threat
C) Voluntary, knowing, and intelligent
D) Given to a third party only
  • 35. When analyzing a dying declaration, the investigator should:
A) Treat it as hearsay by default
B) Determine if the declarant believed death was imminent
C) Require the presence of legal counsel
D) Ignore the timing of the statement
  • 36. Which interview method emphasizes reconstructing the context of the event?
A) Leading questions
B) Rapid questioning
C) Coercive interrogation
D) Cognitive interviewing
  • 37. An independent relevant statement can be used in court:
A) Even without the declarant being present
B) Only if the declarant testifies
C) Never
D) Only if it is corroborated
  • 38. Which of the following is the main difference between an admission and a confession?
A) Admission acknowledges some facts; confession acknowledges full criminal responsibility
B) Admission is voluntary; confession is always coerced
C) Admission is always false; confession is always true
D) Admission is given in court; confession is private
  • 39. Which of the following statements is true about dying declarations?
A) . They are inadmissible unless signed
B) They must be witnessed by two officers
C) They are exceptions to the hearsay rule
D) They require corroboration
  • 40. During interrogation, detecting verbal and non-verbal cues is important because:
A) It makes the suspect nervous
B) It forces a confession
C) It substitutes for evidence
D) . It can identify deception or inconsistencies
  • 41. A voluntary statement made without threat, inducement, or promise is classified a
A) . Admission or confession
B) Hearsay
C) Leading question
D) Coerced statement
  • 42. Which is an example of an indirect interrogation method?
A) . Physical intimidation
B) Direct questioning with threats
C) Behavioral analysis of the suspect’s story
D) Forced written confession
  • 43. A statement that helps establish the facts independently of the suspect’s confession is:
A) Hearsay evidence
B) Independent relevant statement
C) Coerced confession
D) Dying declaration
  • 44. Which of the following is critical for admissibility of confessions?
A) Prior criminal record
B) Voluntariness and knowledge of rights
C) Presence of media
D) Speed of confession
  • 45. . Which of the following best represents a structured interview
A) Random questions without structure
B) Aggressive interrogation
C) Surprise questioning
D) Standardized questions asked in a pre-determined order
  • 46. Which of the following is NOT a recognized method of interrogation?
A) Cognitive interviewing
B) Polygraph-assisted interview
C) Public humiliation
D) Reid technique
  • 47. A suspect admits involvement in a crime but denies full responsibility. This is an example of:
A) Coerced statement
B) Hearsay
C) Full confession
D) Admission
  • 48. Which principle justifies admitting a dying declaration even if the declarant is unavailable?
A) The requirement for notarization
B) The requirement for a judge’s approval
C) The belief that a person is unlikely to lie when facing imminent death
D) The need for witnesses
  • 49. Which of the following ensures that a confession is legally obtained?
A) Voluntary, informed, and without coercion
B) Taken after threats
C) Taken in a public forum
D) Taken secretly with intimidation
  • 50. During interview analysis, an investigator should:
A) Correlate statements with independent evidence for reliability
B) Accept statements at face value
C) Only record confessions, not admissions
D) Ignore inconsistencies
  • 51. Which of the following best distinguishes theft from robbery under the Revised Penal Code?
A) Robbery requires prior consent of the victim; theft does not
B) Theft is committed only in commercial establishments; robbery is not
C) Theft involves intimidation; robbery does not
D) Robbery involves violence or intimidation; theft does not
  • 52. Which is a key element of estafa under the RPC?
A) Misappropriation or conversion of property through deceit
B) Breaking and entering a house
C) Taking personal property by intimidation
D) Killing a person to gain property
  • 53. During a criminal investigation, which approach is most appropriate for robbery with serious physical injuries?
A) Interview witnesses only
B) Only review surveillance footage
C) ocus solely on recovering stolen property
D) Forensic and medical examination with crime scene documentation
  • 54. In distinguishing theft from estafa, which factor is critical in investigation?
A) Whether the property is movable or immovable
B) Presence of deceit or fraudulent intent
C) The value of the property
D) Number of victims
  • 55. Which procedure is essential in investigating estafa?
A) . Interviewing neighbors
B) Establishing proof of deceit or misrepresentation
C) Checking fingerprints only
D) Verifying the victim’s prior consent
  • 56. A thief steals a bag from a crowded market. Which investigative approach is most effective?
A) Seizing unrelated evidence in nearby areas
B) In-depth financial profiling of the suspect
C) Eyewitness identification and CCTV review
D) Filing an administrative report
  • 57. What differentiates robbery in a dwelling from robbery in a public place?
A) Robbery in a dwelling is punishable more severely due to violation of personal security
B) Use of firearms is prohibited in dwelling robbery
C) Only dwelling robbery requires victim testimony
D) Public robbery requires prior planning; dwelling does not
  • 58. Which is a legal requirement for confiscating stolen property during investigation?
A) Verbal permission from the suspect
B) Public announcement
C) Consent from neighbors
D) Court-issued warrant or lawful seizure
  • 59. Which stage is most crucial in establishing criminal liability for theft?
A) Establishing prior criminal record
B) Recovering the stolen item
C) Proving actual taking without consent
D) Proving motive
  • 60. When analyzing a robbery scene, investigators should focus primarily on:
A) The social media accounts of neighbors
B) . The weather during the incident
C) Physical evidence and witness statements P
D) Public opinion
  • 61. Under R.A. 10883, carnapping with serious physical injuries is punishable by:
A) Reclusion temporal to death
B) Fine only
C) Imprisonment of 6 months
D) Community service
  • 62. Which of the following is a distinctive element of carnapping?
A) Breaking into a house
B) Theft of personal jewelry
C) Kidnapping for ransom
D) Taking a motor vehicle with intent to gain
  • 63. The essential investigative step in carnapping is
A) Ignoring CCTV footage
B) Verifying vehicle ownership and tracing its location
C) . Interviewing neighbors only
D) . Filing a complaint with barangay officials
  • 64. In an anti-carnapping investigation, which evidence is most vital
A) . Victim’s income record
B) . Vehicle registration and plate number
C) Public sentiment
D) The suspect’s prior unrelated offenses
  • 65. What is the difference between carnapping with violence and carnapping without violence?
A) Type of vehicle used
B) Use of physical harm or intimidation during the crime
C) Location of the vehicle
D) Number of suspects involved
  • 66. Which approach helps trace the stolen vehicle in anti-carnapping cases
A) Reviewing traffic camera footage and GPS tracking
B) Seizing property in nearby towns
C) nterviewing unrelated witnesses
D) Forensic analysis of tire marks
  • 67. P.D. 1612 “Anti-Fencing” law primarily addresses
A) Theft of livestock only
B) Selling stolen goods knowingly
C) Forgery of documents
D) . Kidnapping for ransom
  • 68. nvestigators suspect a person of selling a stolen vehicle knowingly. Which law applies?
A) P.D. 1612
B) . R.A. 9160
C) . R.A. 6539
D) R.A. 9208
  • 69. In analyzing a carnapping case, the chain of custody of evidence is essential to:
A) Ensure the admissibility of recovered vehicle in court
B) Reduce police workload
C) . Increase public awareness
D) Protect suspect’s rights
  • 70. Which investigative method best aids prevention of vehicle theft
A) Random public announcements
B) Conducting surprise inspections only in schools
C) . Surveillance and monitoring of known “hot spots
D) Asking the media to report thefts
  • 71. Which is a core element of human trafficking
A) Illegal importation of goods
B) Theft of property
C) . Force, coercion, or deception for exploitation
D) Simple kidnapping without intent
  • 72. R.A. 10364 (Expanded Anti-Rape Law) strengthens protection of:
A) Bank account holders
B) Private property owners
C) Minors and women in trafficking-related sexual exploitation
D) Vehicle owners
  • 73. In human trafficking cases, first investigative step is:
A) . Locate and rescue victims safely
B) . Search unrelated areas
C) Ignore digital evidence
D) Arrest suspects immediately without plan
  • 74. Investigating a suspected trafficking operation, the investigator should
A) . Avoid interviewing victims
B) . Focus solely on financial transactions
C) . Ignore online communication records
D) . Trace recruitment, transport, and exploitation stages
  • 75. Which law addresses the prevention of child exploitation in trafficking
A) . R.A. 9208
B) . R.A. 6539
C) . R.A. 9160
D) P.D. 1612
  • 76. Key investigative approach in human trafficking involves
A) Public announcements only
B) Filing reports without rescue operations
C) . Ignoring forensic digital evidence
D) . Coordinating with social welfare agencies and local authorities
  • 77. Which is a red flag in money laundering related to trafficking
A) Owning a private vehicle
B) Attending community events
C) . Unusually large or frequent money transfers from unknown sources
D) Small personal spending
  • 78. Investigators analyzing digital communication in trafficking cases focus on
A) . Identifying recruiters, victims, and financial transactions
B) Publicly disclosing personal data
C) . Ignoring online chats
D) Monitoring unrelated social media
  • 79. The expanded law on human trafficking (R.A. 11862) covers:
A) . Only property theft
B) . Prevention of trafficking in persons, especially women and children
C) . Vehicle carnapping
D) Financial fraud
  • 80. In analyzing trafficking cases, investigators apply which Bloom’s level
A) Ignoring financial evidence
B) Recording weather data
C) . Understanding and analyzing patterns of recruitment and exploitation
D) . Memorizing names only
  • 81. Which is the first stage of money laundering
A) . Recovery – reporting to authorities
B) Integration – using money for business investment
C) . Placement – introducing illicit funds into the financial system
D) Layering – separating illicit funds from origin
  • 82. Which stage of money laundering involves complex transactions to conceal
A) Layering
B) Exploitation
C) Placement
D) Integration
  • 83. Integration stage in money laundering means
A) Money appears legitimate for investment or business
B) Assets are seized by authorities
C) Money is stolen physically
D) No financial movement occurs
  • 84. Which law governs Anti-Money Laundering in the Philippines
A) . RA 9208
B) . PD 1612
C) . RA 6539
D) . RA 9160
  • 85. When analyzing suspicious financial transactions, investigators are applying which Bloom’s level?
A) Repeating reports
B) Analyzing
C) Remembering
D) Memorizing laws only
  • 86. RA 10927 amends which law
A) RA 10364 – Expanded Anti-Rape
B) . RA 6539 – Anti-Carnapping
C) . RA 9208 – Human Trafficking
D) . RA 9160 – Anti-Money Laundering Act
  • 87. Investigators use bank records and transaction monitoring in which stage of money laundering?
A) None of the above
B) . Placement and layering
C) Integration only
D) Recovery only
  • 88. Which method is critical for applying AML laws
A) Asking media for information
B) Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and reporting of suspicious transactions
C) Random inspections of homes
D) Ignoring large transactions
  • 89. Which is a typical red flag for money laundering
A) . Buying groceries with cash
B) . Routine payroll deposits
C) Small daily purchases
D) Structuring transactions to avoid reporting requirements
  • 90. Investigating money laundering linked to trafficking requires
A) Ignoring financial flows
B) Memorizing case files only
C) Confiscating property randomly
D) Tracing illicit money, linking to suspects, and analyzing transaction patterns
  • 91. A suspect is involved in carnapping, trafficking, and money laundering. Which approach integrates all investigations?
A) Filing separate complaints without coordination
B) Multi-agency coordination, evidence tracing, forensic and financial analysis
C) . Ignoring digital evidence
D) Interviewing only neighbors
  • 92. When analyzing estafa committed via online platforms, investigators should
A) Ignore electronic evidence
B) . Only ask victims for statements
C) Seize unrelated property
D) . Examine digital contracts, trace financial transfers, and interview parties involved
  • 93. Which evidence type is common to carnapping and trafficking investigations
A) . Only weather records
B) . Vehicle/asset registration, GPS tracking, financial transactions
C) . Random surveillance
D) Only eyewitness statements
  • 94. In evaluating a theft-robbery scenario with money laundering links, what should investigators prioritize?
A) Arresting without warrants
B) Conducting public surveys
C) Following money trails, linking proceeds to suspects, and recovering property
D) Only recovering stolen property
  • 95. What distinguishes a high-level investigator’s approach from a basic investigation?
A) Asking for public opinion
B) Ability to analyze multiple crime patterns, link them to laws, and plan coordinated interventions
C) . Filing reports without evidence
D) Memorizing laws only
  • 96. An integrated analysis of trafficking and money laundering requires
A) . Ignoring financial records
B) . Confiscating vehicles randomly
C) Interviewing unrelated parties
D) Understanding recruitment, exploitation, and fund movement stages
  • 97. Which law is cross-cutting between trafficking and money laundering
A) . RA 9160 – AML
B) RPC – Theft provisions only
C) . PD 1612 – Anti-Fencing
D) . RA 6539 – Anti-Carnapping
  • 98. Investigators need which skill when linking multiple property crimes
A) Only memorization of laws
B) . Analytical skills to identify patterns, connections, and evidence chains
C) Writing press releases
D) Public speaking skills
  • 99. Which is a critical legal principle in investigating multiple property crimes
A) . Media exposure ensures conviction
B) Arrest without warrant is preferred
C) Public opinion can replace evidence
D) Evidence must be legally obtained to ensure admissibility
  • 100. In analyzing all property crimes, anti-carnapping, trafficking, and money laundering, the investigator’s ultimate goal is to:
A) Only file reports
B) Only arrest suspects
C) Publicize the case
D) Recover property, prosecute offenders, protect victims, and prevent recurrence
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