2024 Fall Semester Exam Forensic Science

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What is Circumstantial Evidence?

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Evidence that implies a fact but does not directly prove it. Examples include fingerprints, which suggest a person's presence at a crime scene.

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What type of evidence is used to imply a fact but not to prove it directly?

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Circumstantial evidence.

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What is the primary role of forensic scientists?

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To examine evidence collected from crime scenes.

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How can the presence of pineapple in a victim's digestive tract be used in forensic science?

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It can help determine the time of death by indicating when the victim last ate.

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True or False: A crime scene investigator decides what evidence is admissible in court.

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False. The admissibility of evidence is determined by the court.

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What is the difference between direct evidence and circumstantial evidence?

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Direct evidence directly proves a fact (e.g., eyewitness testimony), while circumstantial evidence implies a fact without direct proof.

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Give an example of direct evidence.

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Eyewitness testimony that confirms a suspect's presence at a crime scene.

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What is the significance of forensic evidence in criminal investigations?

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Forensic evidence can provide objective data that supports or contradicts witness statements and helps establish a timeline of events.

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What role do forensic scientists play in the legal system?

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They analyze physical evidence and provide expert testimony in court regarding their findings.

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What is the purpose of collecting evidence at a crime scene?

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To establish facts, support investigations, and provide information for legal proceedings.