Forensic Science / Criminal Investigation Midterm Exam 2023

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What is the relationship between wealth and sentencing in capital punishment cases?

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Research has shown that wealthy people are not more likely to be sentenced to death than poor people; this statement is false.

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What type of evidence is handwriting classified as?

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Handwriting is classified as Individual evidence.

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What type of evidence is a shoe print found at a crime scene?

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A shoe print found at a crime scene is classified as Circumstantial evidence.

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Which of the following does NOT likely contain DNA?

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A fingerprint does not likely contain DNA.

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What significant event in 1994 introduced the public to DNA analysis?

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The OJ Simpson Case is considered the 'Crime of the Century' and introduced the public to the science of DNA analysis.

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Define Class Evidence.

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Class evidence refers to material that connects an individual or thing to a certain group.

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Define Individual Evidence.

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Individual evidence refers to material that can be related to a single source.

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What is Direct Evidence?

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Direct evidence supports the truth of an assertion directly, without any intervening inference.

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What is Circumstantial Evidence?

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Circumstantial evidence relies on an inference to connect it to a conclusion of fact.

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What is the significance of DNA in forensic science?

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DNA is used to identify individuals with a high degree of certainty, making it crucial in criminal investigations.