Document Analysis Quiz

Paper is individual evidence.

• True
• False

Ink is class evidence.

• True
• False

Handwriting is individual evidence.

• True
• False

Two signatures cannot be identical, otherwise they are considered forgeries.

• True
• False

A translucent mark that is used in paper is:

• a hologram
• a watermark
• a stain
• an etching

What term is used for the standard used for comparison?

• comparative evidence
• signatory evidence
• exemplar evidence
• official evidence

Questioned documents include:

• petitions and lottery tickets
• rare books
• contracts and passports
• all of the above

What acronym is used to describe the computer program that helps analyze handwriting samples (Forensic Information System for Handwriting)?

• AFIS
• FRCI
• HWSP
• FISH

Which of the following statements is not true? 

• An individual's handwriting may show variation as a result of stress or illness.
• The handwriting of an individual is unaffected by advancing years.
• The handwriting of an individual shows natural variation.
• The influence of alcohol or drugs may cause variation in an individual's handwriting.

Document experts analyze paper and ink as well as the writing to determine authenticity.

• True
• False