Forensic Evidence Categories Quiz
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What does the Chain of Custody document?

  • The cognitive biases affecting evidence collection
  • The preservation of evidence and responsible individuals (correct)
  • The type of evidence found at the crime scene
  • The personal beliefs and motives of individuals involved
  • What is the purpose of the Crime Scene Specialist in forensic investigation?

  • To collect testimonial evidence from witnesses and victims
  • To provide document evidence from online sources
  • To confirm personal motives affecting evidence collection
  • To analyze friction ridge (fingerprints), footwear, and blood pattern analysis (correct)
  • What is the definition of Deduction evidence in forensic context?

  • General ideas to narrow down specific explanations (correct)
  • Cross-transfer of materials between individuals or objects
  • Specific ideas to more general explanations
  • Unwanted alteration of evidence affecting integrity
  • What is the main concern regarding Evidence Contamination in forensic analysis?

    <p>Unwanted alteration of evidence affecting its integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Testimonial evidence in forensic investigations?

    <p>Verbal or court statements made by individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Chain of Custody in forensic investigations?

    <p>To demonstrate preservation of evidence and document any changes to the evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of a Crime Scene Specialist in forensic investigations?

    <p>Analyzing friction ridge (fingerprints), footwear, CBRNE, entomology, and blood pattern analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Locard’s Principle of exchange in forensic science?

    <p>It explains the cross-transfer of materials when objects or persons come into contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern related to Evidence Contamination in forensic investigations?

    <p>Unwanted alteration of evidence that could affect the integrity of the original exhibit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes Cognitive Bias in the context of forensic investigations?

    <p>How an individual’s beliefs and motives can affect the collection and evaluation of criminal evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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