leading question

• Eine Frage, die so formuliert ist, dass sie die gewünschte Antwort nahelegt oder provoziert; häufig in juristischen Kontexten oder Umfragen verwendet, um die Antwort zu beeinflussen.

A question phrased in a way that suggests or prompts the desired answer, often used in legal contexts or surveys to influence a response.

1. Suggestive inquiryC1formal

   A question that prompts or encourages the desired answer, often used in legal settings to influence a witness's response.

   Suggestivfrage

   • The lawyer asked a leading question: 'You saw the defendant at the scene, didn't you?'
   • In court, leading questions are not allowed during direct examination.
   • The interviewer used a leading question to steer the conversation.