Exercise 1: Subjectivity and Objectivity Part 1

Introduction

Doing an effective investigation is going to make certain demands on you as an investigator. Of these, one of the most important is objectivity.

It is very easy to fall into the trap of subjectivity in an investigation. Every investigator brings personal experiences and perceptions to the investigation. This is completely normal, but must not interfere with taking an objective view of the situation and the evidence. It is very important for investigators to continuously evaluate their own objectivity as well as that of the witnesses.

The objective of this exercise, is “TO APPROACH INVESTIGATIONS OBJECTIVELY”

Understanding the meaning of subjectivity and objectivity

Extracts from the Oxford Dictionary

SUBJECTIVE: Having its source in the mind: imaginary, illusionary

OBJECTIVE: External to the mind; actually existing; dealing with outward things, not thoughts or feelings

In order to understand the meaning more fully, please complete the following exercises. Click Start Quiz.

Exercise 1: Subjectivity and Objectivity Part 1

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1. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

2. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

3. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

4. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

5. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

6. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

7. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

8. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

9. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

10. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

11. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The scrap levels are bound to be high, look at the shabby condition of the machinery around here.

12. Question

Look at the following statements and label them as subjective or objective.

The reject rate is high due to defective welds on the foundation plates.

13. Question

Select the correct category for the word: FACTUAL

14. Question

Select the correct category for the word: TRUE

15. Question

Select the correct category for the word: REAL

16. Question

Select the correct category for the word: EMOTIONAL

17. Question

Select the correct category for the word: ANALYSIS

18. Question

Select the correct category for the word: FANTASY

19. Question

Select the correct category for the word: FAIRNESS

20. Question

Select the correct category for the word: WELL-FOUNDED

21. Question

Select the correct category for the word: IMAGINATION

22. Question

Select the correct category for the word: SCIENTIFIC

23. Question

Select the correct category for the word: ENVY

24. Question

Select the correct category for the word: DEFINITE

25. Question

Select the correct category for the word: ORIGINAL

26. Question

Select the correct category for the word: TANGIBLE

27. Question

Select the correct category for the word: HALLUCINATION

28. Question

Select the correct category for the word: WISHFUL THINKING

29. Question

Select the correct category for the word: RUMORS

30. Question

Select the correct category for the word: LEGITIMATE

31. Question

Select the correct category for the word: APPROXIMATE