WorksheetsQuestioned Document Examination Quiz
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which instrument is best suited for revealing indented writings on a document without damaging it?
Microspectrophotometer
Electrostatic Detection Apparatus (ESDA)
Spectrophotofluorometer
Glossmeter
A document shows uneven spacing between typed characters, some letters are too close while others are far apart. This defect is called:
Alignment defect
Escapement defect
Rebound
Off-its-feet
Which of the following tools allows simultaneous side-by-side comparison of two handwriting samples under magnification?
Stereoscopic microscope
Comparison microscope
Ridge Pro Plus Digital Magnifier
Fixed Focus 10X Compact Device Magnifier
A questioned document examiner suspects that two inks on a paper are different but look similar under visible light. Which instrument should be used to detect chemical differences based on fluorescence?
Microspectrophotometer
Spectrophotofluorometer
Infrared Viewer
UV Lamp
Which type of paper is made from animal skin and was widely used for manuscripts in the 2nd century BC?
Papyrus
Parchment
Vellum
Kraft paper
In typewriter defect terminology, what does “off-its-feet” refer to?
Double impression of a character
A character heavier on one side or corner
Twisted or misaligned letters
Clogged typeface due to ink residue
Which chemical analysis technique separates ink components by their movement on a stationary phase under solvent flow?
Raman Spectroscopy
Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC)
Mass Spectrometry
Infrared Spectroscopy
A document examiner uses a slope protractor and letter frequency template to analyze handwriting. What features are primarily being assessed?
Ink composition and color
Letter slant and frequency of strokes
Paper brightness and gloss
Indented writings
Which law in the Philippines penalizes the use of a fictitious name to conceal a crime or evade judgment?
Republic Act No. 8293
Commonwealth Act No. 142 (Anti-Alias Law)
Article 178, Revised Penal Code
Act No. 1754
A document shows a double impression of characters, where the second impression is lighter and slightly offset. What is this defect called?
Rebound
Escapement
Transitory defect
Alignment defect
Which device projects shadows of surface features on a document to reveal indentations or erasures?
Shadowgraph
ESDA
UV Lamp
Microspectrophotometer
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ELITE typewriter typeface?
Produces 12 characters per inch
Characters are smaller and compact
Preferred for official letters requiring larger print
Allows more text per line
Which instrument is essential for measuring the glossiness of paper or printed surfaces to detect tampering?
Glossmeter
Microspectrophotometer
UV Lamp
Stereoscopic microscope
Which ink type is known as the oldest form of ink and is also called Indian ink?
Carbon ink
Iron gallotannate ink
Logwood ink
Nigrosine ink
A questioned document examiner needs to capture high-resolution images of ink strokes and paper texture for detailed analysis. Which equipment is most appropriate?
DSLR 35mm Camera
Fixed Focus 10X Magnifier
Spectrophotofluorometer
Reprovit Unit
Which of the following is a non-destructive method used in ink analysis?
Thin-Layer Chromatography
Raman Spectroscopy
Gas-Liquid Chromatography
Mass Spectrometry
A handwritten document shows a sudden change in ink color and intensity midway through the text. What might this indicate?
Use of multiple inks or alteration
Natural ink aging
Paper brightness variation
Normal handwriting variation
Which Philippine law covers penalties for counterfeiting government obligations and securities?
Act No. 1697
Act No. 1754
RA No. 7653
Commonwealth Act 142
What is the primary purpose of a Master Questioned Document Kit?
To provide a comprehensive set of tools for detailed document examination
To reproduce questioned documents
To detect fingerprint ridges on documents
To measure paper brightness
Which instrument uses electrostatic charges to reveal indented writings on sheets beneath the original writing?
ESDA
UV Lamp
Infrared Viewer
Shadowgraph
A document examiner notices a typewritten text with characters that appear blurry and smudged. The typeface is likely:
Clogged typeface
Off-its-feet defect
Rebound defect
Alignment defect
Which writing instrument uses a ball rotating at its nib to evenly spread ink?
Fountain pen
Ball pen
Fiber tip pen
Quill pen
Which of the following is NOT a function of a spectrophotofluorometer in document examination?
Measuring fluorescence of inks
Differentiating inks with similar visible color
Measuring paper thickness
Detecting chemical differences in inks
Which of the following is a key element in proving perjury under Philippine law?
Statement made under oath on a material matter
Concealing true name
Using a fictitious name publicly
False testimony in civil cases only
Which tool helps in analyzing handwriting features such as letter size, spacing, and alignment using multiple reticles?
Handwriting Analysis Instrument with 16 Reticles
Stereoscopic microscope
Ridge Pro Plus Digital Magnifier
Type Angle Template
A document examiner uses UV light and observes fluorescence in certain ink areas that are invisible under normal light. What does this suggest?
Possible ink alteration or addition
Paper brightness variation
Normal ink drying process
Typewriter defect
Which of the following best describes “transitory defect” in typewriting?
Permanent damage to the typeface
Temporary print quality issues due to dirty typefaces or clogged parts
Misalignment of letters
Double impression of characters
Which instrument is used to measure the slant or angle of handwritten letters?
Slope protractor
Anglepoise lamp
Typewriter measurement template
Shadowgraph
What is the primary use of a duplicating device in questioned document examination?
To create copies for comparison without damaging originals
To measure paper weight
To detect ink composition
To reveal indented writings
Which Philippine law penalizes the unauthorized use of a fictitious name to conceal a crime or evade judgment?
Article 178, RPC
Commonwealth Act 142
RA 7653
Act No. 1754
Which instrument provides a three-dimensional view of document surfaces, allowing detailed examination of fibers and ink deposits?
Stereoscopic Binocular Microscope
Comparison Microscope
Ridge Pro Plus Digital Magnifier
Fixed Focus Magnifier
A document shows a break or chip on the raised letter of a typewriter character. This is classified as:
Typeface defect
Alignment defect
Rebound defect
Machine defect
Which of the following inks is known to turn brown over time due to its corrosive properties?
Iron gallotannate ink
Carbon ink
Nigrosine ink
Logwood ink
If a document examiner wants to detect hidden watermarks or paper thickness variations, which device should be used?
Transmitted Light Gadget
Shadowgraph
UV Lamp
Microspectrophotometer
Which of the following is NOT a typical use of high-end computers in questioned document examination?
Digital image enhancement
Database comparison
Chemical ink analysis
Simulation and modeling
Which instrument is used to measure the brightness of paper according to TAPPI and ISO standards?
Paper Brightness Tester
Glossmeter
Microspectrophotometer
UV Lamp
In a questioned document, the presence of multiple inks with different chemical compositions suggests:
Possible document alteration or forgery
Normal handwriting variation
Paper defect
Typewriter defect
Which writing instrument was historically used by Jose Rizal in writing his novels?
Quill pen
Ball pen
Fountain pen
Fiber tip pen
Which of the following best describes the function of a Reprovit Unit?
To reproduce documents or images for detailed analysis without damaging originals
To detect ink fluorescence
To measure paper gloss
To reveal indented writings
Which of the following is a characteristic of PICA typewriter typeface?
Produces 10 characters per inch
Produces 12 characters per inch
Characters are smaller and compact
Preferred for dense text documents
Which instrument is primarily used to detect erased writings on paper?
Erased Writing Detection Kit
Shadowgraph
Microspectrophotometer
Ridge Pro Plus Digital Magnifier
Which of the following Philippine laws protects inventions, patents, and copyrights related to questioned documents?
RA No. 8293 – Intellectual Property Code
RA No. 7653 – Central Bank Law
Commonwealth Act 142 – Anti-Alias Law
Act No. 1754 – Forgery Law
A document examiner notices a character in a typewritten document appears to have a double impression with a lighter offset. What is the most likely cause?
Rebound defect
Off-its-feet defect
Clogged typeface
Alignment defect
A questioned document examiner uses a hand lens and a fixed focus 10X magnifier primarily to:
Detect surface irregularities and ink differences
Measure paper brightness
Analyze chemical composition of ink
Reveal indented writings
Which of the following is a common cause of clogged typeface in typewriters?
Accumulation of ink residue and dust
Misalignment of type bars
Mechanical failure of carriage
Double impression due to rebound
Which penalty applies to a person who uses a fictitious name publicly to conceal a crime under Article 178 of the Revised Penal Code?
Arresto menor and fine not exceeding ₱200
Arresto mayor and fine not exceeding ₱500
Prision mayor and fine up to ₱1,000,000
Reclusion temporal and fine up to ₱10,000
A person is found guilty of forging a government treasury note. What penalty is most likely imposed?
Prision correccional and fine up to ₱5,000
Reclusion temporal (12 years and 1 day to 20 years) and fine up to ₱10,000
Arresto menor and fine not exceeding ₱200
Arresto mayor and fine not exceeding ₱500
If a person knowingly induces another to testify falsely under oath, what is the crime called and what penalty applies?
Subornation of perjury; same penalty as perjury (prision mayor)
Using fictitious name; arresto mayor
False testimony; arresto menor
Forgery; reclusion temporal
Under the Anti-Alias Law (Commonwealth Act 142 as amended by RA 6085), what is required before a person may legally use an alias?
Permission from the barangay captain
Judicial authority or court approval
Registration with the local police
No special requirement; anyone can use an alias
Which penalty applies to unauthorized reproduction or imitation of Philippine currency under BSP Circular No. 61?
Confiscation of counterfeit notes and administrative/criminal sanctions under related laws
Arresto menor and fine not exceeding ₱200
No penalty if for educational purposes
Only a warning is issued
