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- 1. Multiple Choice
AFIS stands for Automatic Fingerprint Identification System
Adjusted Fingerprint Identification System
Automated Fingerprint Identification System
Automated Facial Identification System
Auxiliary Flamed Imprint Schematic
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the study of fingerprints referred to as?anthropometrydactylosocopyRidgeologyMinutiae
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the least common type of print where the ridge lines come in on one side and exit the opposite side?looparchwhorlnone of these
- 4. Multiple ChoiceA latent print is a print is left by perspiration of body oils and is invisible to the naked eye.TrueFalse
- 5. Multiple ChoiceA fingerprint left by a finger that has touched blood, paint, ink, or the like is called what?Latent printTrace printPlastic printVisible print
- 6. Multiple Choice
A fingerprint impression in clay would be classified as this type of print.
latent
patent
direct
plastic
- 7. Multiple Choice
What pattern of fingerprint is shown?
Loop
Arch
Whorl
- 8. Multiple ChoiceFingerprints are formed:during fetal developmentby the time a child is two years oldat birthduring first 6 months after birth
- 9. Multiple ChoicePrints that are not readily visible are commonly referred to as:rolledplasticlatentclosed
- 10. Multiple ChoiceThe individuality of a fingerprint is determined by:Whether the fingerprint is big or smallWhether 100% of the print is present or notThe careful study of the ridge characteristics of the print
- 11. Multiple Choice
A person's fingerprint characteristics change over time
TRUE
FALSE
- 12. Multiple Choice
If a suspect gets the victim's blood all over his/her hand and then touches the wall on his/her way from the crime scene, which type of print is the suspect likely to leave behind?
latent
pliable
visible
- 13. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of fingerprint is shown in the image below?archwhorlloopnone of these
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of fingerprint is shown in the image below?archwhorlloopnone of these
- 15. Multiple ChoiceIdentify the fingerprint pattern as shown.whorllooparch
- 16. Multiple ChoiceA fingerprint is considered Individual Evidence.FalseTrue
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhy are fingerprints useful in classification?Fingerprint patterns can changeThey are unique to individualsThey are not found on any other speciesThere are individuals with identical fingerprints
- 18. Multiple ChoiceWhich location would NOT be a good place to look for a latent print?A windowA door handleA murder weaponthe air
- 19. Multiple ChoiceUnder which circumstances have two people been found to have identical fingerprints?identical twinsfraternal twinsmembers of the same immediate familynone to date
- 20. Multiple ChoiceThe first systematic system of individual classification and identification was introduced byalphonse bertillionrichard henrywilliam herschelfrancis galton
- 21. Multiple ChoiceThe picture is for the minutiae _______.ridge endingbifurcationdeltaisland
- 22. Multiple ChoiceThis is an arch.This is a loop.This is a whorl.This is a double loop.
- 23. Multiple Choice
To permanently alter fingerprints one must damage what?
Sweat glands
Minutiae
Dermal papillae (Deepest Layer)
the epidermis
- 24. Multiple Choice
Name this minutiae type
Enclosure
Island
Bifurcation (fork)
Ridge ending
- 25. Multiple ChoiceName this minutiae typeSludgeIsland (dot)Bifurcation (fork)Pore
- 26. Multiple ChoiceName this minutiae typeBridgeIsland (dot)Bifurcation (fork)Pore
- 27. Multiple ChoiceName this minutiae typeBridgeDouble bifurcation (double fork)Bifurcation (fork)Hook (spur)
- 28. Multiple ChoiceName this minutiae typeDeltaCoreEnclosure (eye)Hook (spur)
- 29. Multiple ChoiceMinutiae type?Short ridgeBifurcationHookDelta
- 30. Multiple ChoiceWhat factors influence ability to recall crimes/event details?time of dayageemotional stateall of the above
- 31. Multiple Choice
When a person is arrested they must be notified of their rights. What are these rights called?
My rights
Miranda rights
Montezuma's rights
Misdemeanor
- 32. Multiple ChoiceEvery contact leaves a traceMiranda RightsFrye StandardDaubert RulingLocard's Exchange Principle
- 33. Multiple Choice_________ evidence can include fire and explosive residue, glass, soil, hairs, fibers, metals, and chemicals.FoundationalTraceExperimentalConsistent
- 34. Multiple ChoiceWhat type of search pattern is shown?GridQuadrantSpiralLinear
- 35. Multiple ChoiceWhat type of search pattern is shown?GridQuadrantSpiralLinear
- 36. Multiple Choice
The first responding officer to a crime is responsible for
sketching the scene
collecting evidence
securing the scene
photographing evidence
- 37. Multiple Choice
If the evidence chain of custody is broken while handling evidence it may be inadmissible in court. And the criminal could get away with murder....
True
False
- 38. Multiple Choice
Ridge characteristics can be found in...
Fingerprints
Footbprints
Palm prints
None of these
All of these
- 39. Multiple Choice
The specific part of the skin that gives us our fingerprint is the...
epidermis
papillae
dermis
pores
- 40. Multiple Choice
How a print is developed depends on...
the amount of sweat
the amount of oil
the surface it is on
the skill of the technician
all of these
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