Forensics Quiz Ch 4 Part 1

Superglue fuming has been occurring since the 1950’s.

• True

• False

Mathematical probability only works if the outcomes are independent.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a whorl?

• central pocket

• double loop

• accidental

• A and C only

• All of these

A loop that opens toward the thumb is called a(an) _____.

• ulnar

• radial

• plain

• accidental

Which of the following are found in an arch pattern?

• delta

• core

• composites

• minutiae

• none of these are found in an arch

All arches have at least two deltas and a core.

• True

• False

The most common method of visualizing latent prints is dusting.

• True

• False

The science of dactyloscopy began in the 16th Century.

• True

• False

How large an area of a latent print is needed to make a positive comparison?

• a whole fingerprint

• at least half a print

• at least 5 ridge characteristics

• at least 8 to 12 characteristics

A fingerprint left at the scene of a crime must be developed _____.

• within 24 hours

• within a week

• in less than a month

• may last for years