Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST) Practice Exam 2024

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If a witness tells you a specific individual committed a crime, what should you do?

Directly accuse the individual
Not state the individual committed a crime, only that you have reason to believe so
Ignore the witness
Arrest the individual immediately

The correct answer is: Not state the individual committed a crime, only that you have reason to believe so

Providing context as to why the other options are incorrect, option A is incorrect because directly accusing someone of a crime without proper evidence or due process can lead to false accusations and potential legal consequences. Option C is incorrect because ignoring a witness's statement can impair the investigation process and potentially miss important evidence. Option D is incorrect because as a witness, you do not have the authority to make an arrest and it should be left to law enforcement to gather evidence and make an arrest based on that evidence. Therefore, option B is the most appropriate as it acknowledges the witness's statement without directly accusing the individual and allows for further investigation to determine the truth.