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Which of the following is true about fiber evidence?
Which of the following is true about fiber evidence?
- It is easy to trace a fiber back to a specific source.
- Fiber evidence is always considered individual evidence.
- Fiber evidence is not important in crime investigations.
- Fiber evidence can create links between victims, suspects, and locations. (correct)
What is the term used when fibers are transferred directly from victim to suspect or suspect to victim?
What is the term used when fibers are transferred directly from victim to suspect or suspect to victim?
- Primary transfer (correct)
- Secondary transfer
- Tertiary transfer
- Quaternary transfer
Why is early collection of fibers critical in crime investigations?
Why is early collection of fibers critical in crime investigations?
- Most fiber evidence falls off or is lost from a crime scene within 24 hours. (correct)
- Fiber evidence is not considered reliable.
- Fiber evidence is difficult to analyze.
- Fiber evidence is fragile and easily damaged.
What do forensic scientists want to determine when using fiber as evidence?
What do forensic scientists want to determine when using fiber as evidence?
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Which of the following can fibers come from?
Which of the following can fibers come from?
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