When documenting an incident where an inmate became agitated, which statement is an example of a factual observation, rather than an opinion?

Question: When documenting an incident where an inmate became agitated, which statement is an example of a factual observation, rather than an opinion?

Answer options:

• "The inmate was angry and disrespectful."
• "The inmate appeared to be under the influence of something." ✅ "The inmate raised their voice and pounded their fist on the table."
• "The inmate was trying to provoke a reaction from staff."

Correct answer: "The inmate raised their voice and pounded their fist on the table."

Explanation: Factual observations describe observable behaviours, such as raising a voice and pounding a fist, without interpreting the inmate's emotions or intentions, which would be opinions.