Question 1

The size and location of the crime scene,as well as the events that occurred there,will determine:

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A)   The kind of evidence that will be missing.
B)   The kind of search pattern that is used to locate evidence.
C)   The amount of care that must be taken during the crime scene search.
D)   The time at which the crime scene is searched.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Which type of evidence must be packaged separately from other evidence?

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A)   Biological stain evidence
B)   DNA-containing evidence
C)   Arson evidence
D)   All of the aboveE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

It is permitted for officers at the scene to alter temperature conditions by adjusting windows,doors,or the heat or air-conditioning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Success in the recognition and collection of physical evidence is determined primarily by the:

Accepted Answer

A)   Notoriety of the case.
B)   Time available to the evidence collectors.
C)   Skill of personnel processing the crime scene.
D)   Type of evidence involved.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 5

At an arson scene,the collection of a substrate control would require the arson investigator to:

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A)   Collect a sample from the center of a potential accelerant stain.
B)   Collect samples of surface material from areas far away from the fire's origin.
C)   Collect a piece of the surface material near the fire's origin that he or she believes was not exposed to the accelerant.
D)   Collect a sample of the vapors at the fire origin.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 6

The advantages of tape-recording crime scene notes on an audio tape include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   The notes can be recorded at the crime laboratory instead of at the crime scene.
B)   The investigator's hands are free to carry out other tasks while recording the notes.
C)   Audio tapes have the added security feature of preventing erasure or taping over if the security tab on the tape.
D)   The notes are recording as the observations are made.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 7

The main disadvantage of digital photography for recording crime scenes is that digital photographs can be easily manipulated by using computer software.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Medical workers should approach the body by a(n)________ route to minimize the possibility of disturbing evidence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Medical workers should approach the body by...

Question 9

A rough sketch does not need to accurately depict the dimensions of the crime scene.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The collection of standard reference samples at the crime scene is important because they:

Accepted Answer

A)   Permit comparisons to be made with the evidence.
B)   Are obtained only from suspects in cases of violent assault.
C)   Serve as a source of extra test material if required in the crime lab.
D)   All of the aboveE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

To formulate a successful strategy for recovering relevant physical evidence at crime scenes,the investigator must ultimately rely on:

Accepted Answer

A)   Reference material.
B)   Experience.
C)   Training.
D)   The lead investigator.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

What is the proper way to package charred debris from the scene of a suspicious fire?
 Why is such packaging recommended?

Accepted Answer

Charred debris recovered from the scene ...

Question 13

Three basic types of protective clothing recommended for investigators are ________ gloves,shoe covers,and liquid-repellent coveralls.

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The answer of Three basic types of protective clothing recommended...

Question 14

Evidence may be moved only after investigators have documented its location and appearance in notes,sketches,and photographs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Blood-stained clothing should not be placed in an airtight container.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

________ can occur by introducing foreign DNA through coughing or sneezing onto evidence during the collection procedure.

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Question 17

The manner of collecting and preserving physical evidence at a crime scene is determined by the nature of the evidence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A rough sketch need NOT include a:

Accepted Answer

A)   Sketch of the suspect(s) .
B)   Compass heading designating north.
C)   Date, location, and time of the incident.
D)   Location of all recovered physical evidence.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Ordinary mailing envelopes should not be used as evidence containers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The most basic methods of crime scene recording do NOT include:

Accepted Answer

A)   Note-taking.
B)   Photographs.
C)   Narrated videotapes.
D)   Infrared analysis.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 2: The Crime Scene

The main disadvantage of digital photography for recording crime scenes is that digital photographs can be easily manipulated by using computer software.

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What is the proper way to package charred debris from the scene of a suspicious fire? Why is such packaging recommended?

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Evidence may be moved only after investigators have documented its location and appearance in notes,sketches,and photographs.

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The most basic methods of crime scene recording do NOT include:

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The collection of standard reference samples at the crime scene is important because they:

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A rough sketch does not need to accurately depict the dimensions of the crime scene.

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Ordinary mailing envelopes should not be used as evidence containers.

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Three basic types of protective clothing recommended for investigators are ________ gloves,shoe covers,and liquid-repellent coveralls.

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At an arson scene,the collection of a substrate control would require the arson investigator to:

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The advantages of tape-recording crime scene notes on an audio tape include all of the following EXCEPT:

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To formulate a successful strategy for recovering relevant physical evidence at crime scenes,the investigator must ultimately rely on:

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The manner of collecting and preserving physical evidence at a crime scene is determined by the nature of the evidence.

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________ can occur by introducing foreign DNA through coughing or sneezing onto evidence during the collection procedure.

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Medical workers should approach the body by a(n)________ route to minimize the possibility of disturbing evidence.

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It is permitted for officers at the scene to alter temperature conditions by adjusting windows,doors,or the heat or air-conditioning.

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Success in the recognition and collection of physical evidence is determined primarily by the:

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Which type of evidence must be packaged separately from other evidence?

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Blood-stained clothing should not be placed in an airtight container.

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The size and location of the crime scene,as well as the events that occurred there,will determine:

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A rough sketch need NOT include a:

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