Fingerprinting Test Review

Identify the fingerprint pattern as shown.

• whorl
• loop
• arch

Why are fingerprints useful in classification?

• Fingerprint patterns can change 
• They are unique to individuals
• They are not found on any other species
• There are individuals with identical fingerprints

The area indicated by "A" in the diagram is known as a 

• Core
• Delta
• Whorl
• Arch

Identify the fingerprint

• Arch
• Loop 
• Whorl
• Swirl

a latent fingerprint

• is visible to the naked eye
• is not visible to the naked eye

AFIS is a(n): 

• method used to determine the age of latent print
• computer software designed to track fingerprint evidence within the chain of custody
• assay technique used to identify drugs
• computerized system for storing and retrieving fingerprint records

Identify this fingerprint

• Arch
• Loop
• Whorl
• Swirl

Under which circumstances have two people been found to have identical fingerprints? 

• identical twins
• fraternal twins
• members of the same immediate family
• none to date

Fingerprints remain the same over time.

• true
• false

What type of print is not visible but made so by dusting with powders or the use of chemicals?

• Patent
• Latent
• Plastic