Which of the following statements is true of leading questions? They introduce bias and often influence the way a respondent answers a question. Which of the following is an example of a loaded question?
A leading question suggests a particular answer that the questioner desires – most often a simple 'yes' or 'no' answer. ∎ “Were you in Los Angeles last week?” ∎ You were in Los Angeles last week, weren't you? ∎ You didn't see the stop sign, did you?
What is a Leading Question? A leading question is a type of question that prompts a respondent towards providing an already-determined answer. This type of question is suggestive as it is framed in such a way that it implies or points to its answer(s).
Example: The question "Didn't you start the fire at 10:00?" suggests when the person being questioned started the fire. In contrast, the question "When did you start the fire?" does not suggest the answer. A leading question is permitted on direct examination when it is necessary to develop the witness's testimony.