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Explain at least two strengths and benefits of criminal profiling as a tool of investigative psychology; and
Explain at least two liabilities or limitations of criminal profiling as a tool of investigative psychology.

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This solution briefly states at least two strengths and benefits of criminal profiling as a tool. 100 words of notes and references are encompassed.

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As you briefly state at least two strengths and benefits of criminal profiling as a tool, it seems like a feasible, proactive approach to identify common patterns and behavioral traits to predict criminality. It can also assist to recognize geographic pattern of the crimes,
"how the offender got to and from the crime scene, and where the offender lives" (rosetree.com/facereading/Criminal_Profiling.pdf). Experts tend to advocate that it is helpful in specific ...

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