Like other professions that analyze data to make decisions, crime analysts research a variety of sources to study criminal behavior. Knowing where to locate accurate data to determine trends or patterns is critical to making informed decisions about crime prosecution and prevention. What is a tool used in collecting statistical data on crime reporting? What are its strengths and weaknesses for reporting on victims? What changes are needed to address its shortcomings or reduce skewed data in the reports? Is there another tool that can be used to collect similar data? Which crime data tool might work best for your community? Explain your answer.