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1Two similar but separate optical microscopes for observation by both eyes simultaneously for low to medium magnification in the range of 4 to 40x describes which of the following?
- AScanning electron microscope
- BPolarizing light microscope
- CComparison microscope
- DStereo binocular microscope
2Which of the following microscopes permits viewing of samples at much greater magnification and resolution that is possible by light microscopes. Magnification is possible in the range of 10 to 100,000.
- ACompound binocular microscope
- BScanning electron microscope
- CPolarizing light microscope
- DComparison microscope
3Regarding broken glass, these are fractures that appear to circle around the point of impact.
- AConcentric cracks
- BCircular cracks
- CRadial cracks
- DCirculatory cracks
4Hairs cannot be distinguished as to racial origin.
- ATrue
- BFalse
5The layer of scales covering the shaft of the hair is known as which of the following?
- AMedulla
- BCuticle
- CDistal
- DCortex
6The center portion of the hair is known as which of the following?
- AMedulla
- BCuticle
- CDistal
- DCortex
7Which of the following types of hair can be analyzed side by side under a microscope?
- ALimb hair
- BFacial hair
- CAxillary hair
- DPubic hair
8The make, model, year, and color of a vehicle can possibly be determined by the finding of a paint chip at the scene of a hit and run
- ATrue
- BFalse
9Which of the following is NOT a base element contained in gunshot residue?
- ANitrogen
- BBarium
- CAntimony
- DLead
10Only important photographs depicting evidence should be included in a photograph log.
- ATrue
- BFalse
11What is the correct order for photographing a crime scene?
- AOverall, close-up, midrange
- BClose-up, midrange, overall
- CMidrange, overall, close-up
- DOverall, midrange, close-up
12The device that allows light to pass through to the imaging system for a specified period of time.
- AAperture
- BFocus ring
- CShutter
- DBIOS
13ISO numbers indicate the level of _____________________ of the camera to light.
- APlacement
- BDirection
- CSensitivity
- DSpeed
14What is the most important factor in digital imaging?
- ASpeed
- BLight
- CTime
- DDistance
15Depth of field can be increased by making the aperture number smaller.
- ATrue
- BFalse
16Objects of interest and evidence should be shot at ____________ degrees.
- A45
- B60
- C75
- D90
17Which of the following is not one of the options available on most digital single lens reflex cameras?
- AWhite balance
- BGray scale
- CISO sensitivity
- DImage quality
18Regarding the aperture of the camera, the smaller the number, the smaller the opening in the lens.
- ATrue
- BFalse
19The main advantage of using digital cameras at crime scenes is that a photograph may be deleted if not useable for the case.
- ATrue
- BFalse
20The device that uses a high voltage to transfer a dry origin dust or residue impression to a black film is known as a(n):
- AGel lifter
- BAlternate lifter
- CElectrostatic lifter
- DElectromagnetic lifter
21The approximate amount of dental stone to be used to cast one standard size shoe impression is:
- AOne pound
- BTwo pounds
- CThree pounds
- DFive pounds
22Three dimensional impressions should be cast with _____________________.
- AVenetian blue
- BCement
- CGlue
- DDental stone
23Lighting that is cast across an object at an angle almost parallel to that object is known as ________________ lighting.
- AOblique
- BDirect
- CSoftened
- DDiametric
24When a vehicle is turning, the rear tires will track to the inside of the front tires.
- ATrue
- BFlase
25Protein staining dyes such as amido black and Coomassie Blue R250 are used mainly to enhance prints in ___________________ .
- ADyes
- BSalts
- CWater
- DBlood
26The minimum time it takes a dental stone cast to harden enough to lift is:
- A5 minutes
- B20 minutes
- COne hour
- DTwo hours
27The raised rubber design on a tire are called:
- AOctagonal design
- BDesign elements
- CPattern
- DWear bars
28The relative dimensions between two or more tires of the same vehicle is/are known as ___________________________.
- ATire tracks
- BTire impressions
- CTire width
- DTire length
29Impressions made on non-giving surfaces such as tile, linoleum, wood flooring and also including paper, plastics, doors, carpeting, broken glass, etc. are known as:
- ATwo dimensional impressions
- BThree dimensional impressions
- CQuad dimensional impressions
- DLighted only impressions
30Adobe Photoshop can be used to enhance shoe and tire impressions.
- ATrue
- BFalse
31When taking examination quality photographs of shoe impressions the camera should be handheld directly above the impression.
- ATrue
- BFalse
32A print that requires additional processing to be rendered visible and suitable for comparison is known as a(n) ____________________ print.
- ALatent
- BPatent
- CPlastic
- DAccidental
33Which of the following statements is true regarding examination quality photographs?
- APhotos must be taken from 45 degrees over the impression.
- BCamera format must be 50mm or larger and capable of automatic focus
- CA scale must be placed in each photograph with the scale being the same depth as the impression.
- DDirect lighting should be used from at least three sides.
34Which of the following is a method of developing and/or lifting two dimensional shoe impressions?
- ADental stone
- BCement
- CElectrostatic dust lifter
- DPlaster of Paris
35Gait characteristics can be used to positively identify a suspect.
- ATrue
- BFalse
36Which agency maintains the footwear database?
- ARCMP
- BATF
- CFBI
- DDEA
37The tread wear indicator must appear at least _________ times on a tire.
- ATwo
- BFour
- CSix
- DEight
38The following is a photograph of which type of microscope?
- APolarzing light microscope
- BCompound binocular microscope
- CStereo binocular microscope
- DScanning electron microscope
39Who submitted an affidavit of his examination of bloodstain evidence and findings in the case of State of Ohio v. Samuel Sheppard in 1955, which became a significant milestone in the recognition of bloodstain evidence by the American legal system?
- ADr. Eduard Piotrowski
- BHerbert Leon MacDonell
- CDr. Paul Kirk
- DDr. Victor Balthazard
40Defined as the force that pulls the surface molecules of a liquid toward its interior, decreasing the surface area and causing the liquid to resist penetration?
- AViscosity
- BSurface Tension
- CMolecular Forces
- DMolecular Tension
41In the drawing below, which of the bullet holes in the glass was fired first?
- ALeft
- BRight
42What are areas or patterns that result from the absence of bloodstains in otherwise continuous patters of staining?
- AExpirated patterns
- BTransfer patterns
- CCast off patterns
- DVoid patterns
43Luminol is best used in what kind of environment?
- ADarkened
- BExtremely bright
- COver exposed
- DDoes not matter
44What is the range of the total volume of blood in healthy individuals?
- A1.0 - 3.0 liters
- B4.0 - 5.5 liters
- C4.5 - 6.0 liters
- D8.0 - 9.0 liters
45What is determined by examining the edge characteristics of individual stains?
- ATerminal velocity
- BArea of convergence
- CDirection of flight
- DArea of origin
46What degree of impact is associated with blood that has a circular shape?
- A30 degrees
- B50 degrees
- C80 degrees
- D90 degrees
47The misting effect is a pattern associated mostly with what action?
- AGunshot
- BBeatings
- CStabbings
- DBlood dripping
48What bloodstain patterns have a linear directionality associated with them?
- ACast off
- BSatellite
- CDrip
- DSplashed
49What bloodstaining includes transfer, flow patterns, saturation stains, and stains from dripping blood?
- AActive
- BPassive
- CCast off
- DSatellite
50The nuclei of the red blood cells are the sources of DNA in the blood.
- ATrue
- BFalse
51What type of target surface a drop of blood strikes will create little if any spatter?
- ASmooth tile
- BAsphalt
- CWood
- DConcrete
52Who was the coroner replaced by in1977in Massachusetts?
- APathologist
- BMedical Examiner
- CPathologist assistant
- DJudge
53How do coroners obtain their positions?
- AAppointed by judge
- BAppointed by board of educators
- CElected
- DNone of the above
54Who is the physician that specializes in pathology and the diagnosis of disease and sub specializes in the area between law and medicine?
- ACoroner
- BMedical Examiner
- CPathologist
- DPathologist assistant
55What is defined as the disease or injury that initiated the lethal chain of events that led to death?
- AMechanism of death
- BManner of death
- CCause of death
- DAll of the above
56The acronym NASH is a breakdown of the four what?
- AMechanism of death
- BManner of death
- CCause of death
- DAll of the above
57What change(s) are used to estimate time of death?
- ARigor mortis
- BLivor mortis
- CAlgor mortis
- DAll of the above
58What technique is customary in the United States for autopsy examination?
- ATransverse incision
- BNeck incision
- CInframammary incision
- DX-shaped incision
59What specimens are usually collected to determine the presence of common drugs of abuse?
- ABlood and urine
- BBlood and bile
- CBile and urine
- DSpinal fluid and bile
60What trauma occurs when applied physical force exceeds the tensile strength of the tissue to which the force is applied?
- AMechanical
- BThermal
- CChemical
- DElectrical
61What type of object produces lacerations rather than incised wounds?
- ABlunt object
- BSharp object
- CElectrical object
- DAll of the above
62What color do carboxymyoglibin and carboxyhemoglobin appear as?
- ABright red
- BDull green
- CBright pink
- DBright blue
63What term is used to describe the pattern of unburned powder that penetrates the skin?
- AStippling
- BClose contact pattern
- CDistant wound pattern
- DPowder pattern
64What causes entrance wounds to be round and/or elliptical?
- ABullet trajectory
- BRotation from rifling
- CProximity
- DBullet wipe
65What drug is most commonly seen in forensic practice but rarely kills directly and is a contributory factor in approximately 50% of traumatic death?
- AEthanol
- BMarijuana
- CCocaine
- DNone of the above
66What is the mechanism of death generally associated with thermal burns?
- AMultiple organ failure
- BHemorrhaging
- CContusions
- DInfectious spreading
67What combination of current and voltage produces ventricular fibrillation?
- AAlternating current (AC) and high voltage
- BAlternating current (AC) and low voltage
- CResistor–capacitor (RC) and high voltage
- DResistor–capacitor (RC) and low voltage
68The size of a sharp object can be precisely determined from examination of the characteristics of the wound.
- ATrue
- BFalse
69Where was the pivotal article on examining skeletal remains written by W.M. Krogman in 1939 published?
- AJournal of Forensic Science
- BFBI Bulletin
- CJournal of Forensic Anthropology
- DAnthropological News
70Approximately how many bones does the adult human skeleton have?
- A408
- B307
- C206
- D105
71What animal’s paws are notoriously similar to human hands and feet?
- ABear
- BLion
- CDog
- DSloth
72Insects colonize humans differently than they colonize dead animals.
- ATrue
- BFalse
73Which of the following generally develops earlier?
- AMales
- BFemales
- CBoth develop at the same rate
- DDepends on fetal development
74How many teeth do most human adults have?
- A23
- B32
- C42
- D45
75When does tooth development begin?
- AFetal life
- BNewborn
- CInfant
- DToddler
76Prior to what do most anthropologists not attempt to assign sex?
- AAdolescence
- BPuberty
- CMenopause
- DNone of the above
77What skeletal feature do many methods use for forensic ancestry attribution?
- AFemur
- BPubic symphysis
- CSkull
- DTeeth
78Scientific certainty is generally restricted to what percent levels?
- A10%
- B50%
- C70%
- D90% or higher
79When recovering remains the scene is destroyed as the evidence and remains are removed.
- ATrue
- BFalse
80What is one of the most important factors that impact insect development?
- AEgg location
- BTemperature
- CBody position
- DNone of the above
81What term is defined as the study of insects?
- AEntomology
- BBiology
- CAgrology
- DInsectology
82After how many hours are most of the biological changes, typically used to estimate time of death, completed?
- A12-24 hours
- B24-48 hours
- C48-72 hours
- D72-102 hours
83What insect’s predictable development is used in estimating elapsed time since death?
- AGryllustexensis
- BCatocala relicta
- CLarval diptera
- DAll of the above
84What are the first insects usually attracted to remains?
- AFlies
- BMaggots
- CBeetles
- DCockroach
85How is a fly quickly attracted to a dead body?
- ASight
- BOdors
- CBoth A and B
- DFlies aren't attracted to a carcass, maggots are
86What location on the body do flies prefer to lay their eggs to increase the chance of success of the offspring?
- AWound
- BClavicle
- CNeck
- DDoes not matter
87Blowflies are nocturnal
- ATrue
- BFalse
88The infestation of living human or other vertebrate animals with dipteran larvae is termed what?
- AMitosis
- BMyosis
- CMyiasis
- DMitiasis
89What is considered court approved information that is used to determine a defendant’s guilt or innocence?
- AExpert Testimony
- BEye-Witness Testimony
- CEvidence
- DRules of Evidence
90Admissibility or inadmissibility of trial information is determined by the application of what?
- AExpert Testimony
- BEye-Witness Testimony
- CEvidence
- DRules of Evidence
91What must admissible evidence be?
- AReliable and relevant
- BTestimonial evidence
- CExpert approved
- DJury approved
92What jurisdiction(s) do the Federal Rules of Evidence apply to?
- AAll
- BFederal
- CState
- DLocal
93What name did the Daubert decision refer to the judge as?
- AGatekeeper
- BTrier of the fact
- CPlaintiff
- DKing/Queen
94What kind of evidence is forensic evidence considered?
- ADirect
- BCircumstantial
- CBoth
- DNone of the above
95What type of evidence comes into court and does not reference a particular suspect?
- AClass characteristic
- BIndividual characteristic
- CInculpatory
- DExculpatory
96The federal rules of evidence are inclusionary in nature, meaning they serve to include all information presented by either side.
- ATrue
- BFalse
97The forensic part of forensic evidence refers to the scientific process through which facts are generated and the evidence part refers to a distinct set of procedures that are unique to the litigation process.
- ATrue
- BFalse
98The criminalist’s responsible to report conclusions in a timely and consistent manner and determine guilt.
- ATrue
- BFalse
99What were the scientists responsible for the early discoveries in forensic science considered due to the fact that they worked in many forensic disciplines?
- ASpecialists
- BGeneralists
- CChemists
- DExaminers
100Who is responsible for developing probability models ,showing that fingerprints were unique?
- AAlphonse Bertillon
- BCalvin Goddard
- CVictor Balthazard
- DEdmund Locard
101Who is credited with developing the first classification system for fingerprints?
- ACharles Darwin
- BSir Francis Galton
- CEdmund Locard
- DMathieu Orfila
102Who is credited with establishing scientific examination of firearms in the United States?
- ACalvin Goddard
- BEdmund Locard
- CMathieu Orfila
- DVictor Balthazard
103What was Edmund Locard’s main interest in forensic science?
- AChemistry
- BBiology
- CTrace Evidence
- DToxicology
104What term describes when a laboratory has agreed to operate according to a professional or industry standard and has proven that it can and does operate this way?
- AAccreditation
- BCertification
- CAttestation
- DQuality Assurance
105How is an expert’s qualification to testify established?
- ADirect Examination
- BCross Examination
- CVoir Dire
- DRe-cross Examination
106Anthropometry remained widely used into the early 1900’s when fingerprints began to replace it.
- ATrue
- BFalse
107The difference of opinion between two experts indicates that one of the experts is unethical.
- ATrue
- BFalse
108Linkage of persons, scenes or objects is based on what?
- AEdmond Locard’s exchange principle
- BHans Gross’ principle on the value of physical evidence
- CSir Francis Galton’s classification system
- DAlphonse Bertillon’s measurement system
109Duties of the First Responder consist of which of the following?
- ADetain any witnesses
- BProtect the crime scene
- CDocument any changes or alterations to the crime scene
- DAll of the above
110There are two basic types of sketches as part of crime scene investigation: Rough and what other?
- AFinal
- BInitial
- CPerfect
- DNone of the above
111What is the process of determining or eliminating the events that could have occurred at the crime scene by the analysis of the crime scene appearance, location and position of physical evidence, and the forensic laboratory examination of the physical evidence?
- ASketching the crime scene
- BPhotographing the crime scene
- CReconstructing the crime scene
- DVideo recording the crime scene
112A crime scenes boundaries are permanent and cannot change once defined.
- ATrue
- BFalse
113The six patterns of searching a crime scene are: link, line or strip, grid, zone, wheel, and spiral methods?
- ATrue
- BFalse
114Which of the following is not a technique for obtaining measurements for the crime scene sketch?
- ARectangular coordinates
- BBaseline
- CTriangulation
- DFour corner
115Which of the following is not a component of crime scene documentation?
- ANotes
- BSketches
- CTestimony
- DPhotographs
116 How many pairs of chromosomes, including the gender chromosome, do humans have?
- A4
- B15
- C23
- D26
117How many loci have been selected as the standard in the United States?
- A6
- B10
- C13
- D24
118Who is mitochondrial DNA inherited from?
- ABoth parents
- BMother
- CFather
- DNeither
119What does the acronym CODIS stand for?
- ACentral Organization of DNA Information Standards
- BCombined DNA Integrative Software
- CCombined DNA Information Systems
- DCentral Office of DNA Integrative Systems
120The first DNA tests developed by Sir Alec Jeffreys were known as Replication Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP) tests.
- ATrue
- BFalse
121The replication of DNA for analysis is a process known as:
- ARFLP
- BSTR
- CPCR
- DCODIS
122Attacks against the science of DNA are now rare in court.
- ATrue
- BFalse
123Which of the following is not a possible outcome of a DNA analysis?
- AExclusion
- BNon-exclusion
- CInconclusive
- DProbable
124The name of the provider of the DNA sample is included in a CODIS DNA profile.
- ATrue
- BFalse
125Current DNA tests examine genes for information on eye color, height, and hair color.
- ATrue
- BFalse
126When did the concept of drugs being legal or illegal come about in the United States?
- A1920's
- B1960's
- C1970's
- D1990's
127The Controlled Substances Act classifies drugs into how many schedules?
- A3
- B5
- C7
- D10
128What type of examination identifies physical characteristics specific to plants that are considered controlled substances?
- ABotanical examination
- BBiological examinations
- CSerological examinations
- DChemical examinations
129What is the chemical color test to confirm the presence of cannabinoids and THC?
- ADuquenois Levine test
- BMarquis test
- CCobalt thiocyanate test
- DPhenolphthalein test
130What is the component of the peyote button that produces hallucinogenic effects?
- ATHC
- BPsilocin
- CMescaline
- DCocaine
131Schedule V drugs have the highest potential for abuse and have no accepted medicinal uses.
- ATrue
- BFalse
132The possession of mushrooms is technically legal.
- ATrue
- BFalse
133Which of the following is an example of a Schedule I drug?
- AHeroin
- BMorphine
- CCocaine
- DCannabis
134Which of the following is required in a criminal prosecution of possession of a controlled substance?
- AAmount of substance in the court exhibit
- BSpectroscopy
- CIdentification
- DInstrumentation used
135There are two crucial aspects to the investigation of arson. The first is the determination of the cause of the fire. The second is:
- AIdentification of the suspect
- BGathering of insurance information
- CDetermination of motive
- DDetermination of the origin
136The rapid oxidation process with the evolution of heat and light is the definition of:
- AExplosion
- BFire
- CPyrolysis
- DDetonation
137Any substance that will burn or support combustion is known as:
- AHeat
- BFlame
- CFuel
- DVolatile reaction
138Which of the following is not acceptable as an evidence container for suspected arson evidence?
- APaint cans
- BNylon bags
- CPlastic bags
- DGlass jars
139What is the primary cause of death in fatal fires?
- AMultiple organ failure
- BBurning
- CCarbon monoxide poisoning
- DCarbon dioxide poisoning
140Normal atmospheric air contains what percentage oxygen?
- A10%
- B21%
- C38%
- D74%
141The transfer of heat by a circulating medium, usually air or liquid, is known as:
- ARadiation
- BCompression
- CConvection
- DConduction
142This type of heat moves in invisible waves and travels the same speed as visible light:
- ARadiation
- BCompression
- CConvection
- DConduction
143Which of the following is not an element of the fire tetrahedron?
- AFuel
- BOxidation
- COxygen
- DHeat
144Fuel can exist in three states: solid, liquid, and gas. Each of these three states can be volatized and consumed.
- ATrue
- BFalse
145The temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapors to form an ignitable mixture at it’s surface is known as the:
- AUpper combustible limit
- BFire point
- CLower combustible limit
- DFlash point
146Which of the following is not a basic method of heat production?
- AChemical
- BMechanical
- CElectrical
- DAccidental
147Fires will generally extend horizontally and vertically from the point of origin and follow the path of least resistance.
- ATrue
- BFalse
148Fire intensity doubles for every __________ degrees Fahrenheit rise in temperature.
- A18
- B32
- C50
- D120
149Which of the following is not a classification of fire cause?
- AProvidential
- BAccidental
- CRevenge
- DIncendiary
150Motor vehicles usually only have two sources of ignition in fires. The first is electrical. The second is:
- AProvidential
- BIncendiary
- CChemical
- DCompressed fuel
151The flash point of gasoline is 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
- ATrue
- BFalse
152There are two characteristics of fingerprints that makes them capable of being used as a means of personal identification. The first is that fingerprints are unique. The second is that:
- AFingerprint patterns are unique
- BDepth of friction ridges are unique
- CFingerprints degrade with age
- DFingerprints do not change
153At what point in life do fingerprints form?
- AImmediately after birth
- BAt inception
- C12th to 13th week of development
- DBetween the first and second year of birth
154It has been shown that identical twins can have identical fingerprints.
- ATrue
- BFalse
155Which of the following is not an area in which friction ridge skin exists on the body?
- ASoles of the feet
- BFingers
- CPalms
- DForehead
156Which of the following is not a fingerprint pattern?
- ADouble loop whorl
- BTented arch
- CPalmar whorl
- DUlnar loop
157Which of the following is not minutiae used to identify fingerprints?
- ALooped ridge
- BEnding ridge
- CRidge dot
- DBifurcation
158This fingerprint pioneer published the book Finger Prints that is still regarded as a classic in the field of fingerprint identification.
- ASir William Herschel
- BSir Francis Galton
- CSir Edward Henry
- DSir Alec Jeffreys
159The following graphic is usually referred to as a(n):
- AFelony card
- BArrest card
- CTen print card
- DApplication card
160AFIS is the Automatic Fingerprint identification System.
- ATrue
- BFalse
161The national criminal database maintained by the FBI is:
- AAFIS
- BNIBIN
- CIAFIS
- DIBIS
162A plastic print is an evidentiary print that is invisible at a crime scene.
- ATrue
- BFalse
163Evidentiary fingerprints are composed of approximately ________ % water.
- A25.5
- B50.2
- C75.6
- D98.5
164Which of the following is not a physical method for developing latent prints?
- AMagnetic brush and powder
- BPowder dusting
- CIodine fuming
- DSmall particle reagent
165A method used to develop latent prints on wet surfaces is known as:
- AIodine fuming
- BCyanoacrylate ester fuming
- CGentian violet
- DSmall particle reagent
166Iodine fuming will ruin documents on which it is applied.
- ATrue
- BFalse
167Ninhydrin reacts with what substance left in fingerprints?
- AWater
- BSalts
- CPheromones
- DAmino acids
168Amido black and Coomassie Blue R250 are chemicals used to enhance impressions made in:
- AWater
- BFats
- CBlood
- DSemen
169Which of the following is used for processing the adhesive side of tape?
- ASmall particle reagent
- BCyanoacrylate esters
- CGentian violet
- DRhodamine 6G
170Obtaining latent prints from human bodies has proven to be very successful.
- ATrue
- BFalse
171When processing an item of evidence for the presence of latent prints, always start with the least destructive methods.
- ATrue
- BFalse
172The acronym ACE-V is:
- AA methodology for identifying firearms
- BA methodology for comparing Toolmarks
- CA methodology for the analysis of fingerprints
- DA FBI criminal history database
173What type of gun holds cartridges in a firing chamber in a rotating cylinder?
- ASemi-automatic pistol
- BRevolver
- CLever action rifle
- DSingle action rifle
174What is the term used to describe the diameter of a circle that is tangent with the top of the lands of the rifling?
- AGauge
- BBore
- CCaliber
- DCartridge
175What part of a shotgun is a constriction in the muzzle that serves to concentrate the shot pattern?
- AGauge
- BChoke
- CBore
- DShot column
176What is the term used to describe the number of spherical lead balls having the diameter of the interior of the barrel that weigh one pound?
- AGauge
- BChoke
- CBore
- DShot column
177What is the most common type of projectile for a shotgun?
- ARifled slug
- BSemi-jacketed
- CWad
- DPellets
178Which of the following is considered a class characteristic of rifling?
- ACaliber
- BNumber of land and grooves
- CDirection of twist
- DAll of the above
179What network was developed to facilitate linking firearms evidence in cases in different jurisdictions?
- AAFIS
- BCODIS
- CNIBIN
- DAAFS
180Which of the following is a category of tool mark?
- ACompression
- BSliding
- CCutting
- DAll of the above
181Firearms examiners should always place an identification mark on the side of a projectile.
- ATrue
- BFalse
182The first step in tool mark analysis is to fit the suspect tool into the tool mark.
- ATrue
- BFalse
183Which of the following is the best way to remove a bullet from a wall?
- ARemove with metal forceps
- BRemove with metal tweezers
- CRemove with rubber coated forceps
- DRemove the wall containing the bullet
184Shotgun wads or shot cups can act as secondary projectiles entering the body at close range.
- ATrue
- BFalse
185Cartridges can be rimfire or centerfire based on the location of the:
- AProjectile
- BPropellant
- CPrimer
- DCannellure
186The bullet shape seen in the below photograph is a:
- ASemi-jacketed
- BFull metal jacket
- CHollow point
- DWadcutter
187Hollow point bullets are more likely to ricochet than full metal jacketed bullets
- ATrue
- BFalse
188As a general rule, shotgun pellets spread one inch laterally for every _______________ downrange.
- AOne foot
- BOne yard
- CSix feet
- DFour yards
189When conducting muzzle to target distance testing, the suspect gun and suspect ammunition must be used. No substitutions are allowed.
- ATrue
- BFalse
190An irregular blown out entrance wound is known as a:
- ADistance wound
- BNear contact wound
- CStellate wound
- DClose wound
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- Quiz on Forensics Final, created by Cynthia Briest on 17/12/2014.
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