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I'm stuck! What have I forgotten to do?
1 of 9: When you get stumped, trying any of these might get you moving again.
2 of 9: The game is very picky. Make sure you have looked at everything you can.
3 of 9: Have you read all of your notes? To turn the pages, click the direction arrows.
4 of 9: Shanks might have some ideas.
5 of 9: Use the computer to find information on a name, phone number, or vehicle license tag.
6 of 9: Have you taken all collected evidence to the Crime Lab?
7 of 9: Of course, visit all locations that are available to you.
8 of 9: You have been working very hard and might need some rest.
9 of 9: Try going to your apartment. If it is appropriate now, you can go to sleep.