Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) Exam 3 EPO Practice Exam

Which statement correctly contrasts a lead and a fact?

A lead is a known, verifiable detail. A lead is a hunch with no connection to the case. A lead is a possible path to pursue in an investigation. A lead becomes a fact simply by reporting it.

Correct Answer:

A lead is a possible path to pursue in an investigation.

Explanation:

A lead is a possible path to pursue in an investigation, something that could connect to the case but isn’t yet verified. A fact is a detail that has been verified with evidence and can be established as true. That’s why the correct statement is the one that describes a lead as a potential direction to investigate. A known, verifiable detail is a fact, not a lead. A lead might start as a hunch, but it should have some connection to the case and be testable; saying it has no connection makes it unhelpful. A lead does not become a fact simply by reporting it—you must verify and corroborate it before it can be treated as a fact.

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