Question

Which phrase BEST describes the role of vehicle systems forensics today?
A.
decreasing as cars become less and less computerized
B.
decreasing because fewer people own cars
C.
increasing as devices like smartphones leave more evidence
D.
increasing because all cars contain large amounts of DNA

Answer 1

C. increasing as devices like smartphones leave more evidence

Answer 2

DNA evidence can be used for each purpose EXCEPT:
A.
creating a visualization
B.
identifying a species of pollen
C.
matching microbiomes
D.
comparing a set of latent prints

Answer 3

D. comparing a set of latent prints

Answer 4

Sean is a forensic specialist who develops composite visualizations using DNA phenotyping. Which word BEST describes his work?
A.
artistic
B.
delicate
C.
predictive
D.
conclusive

Answer 5

C. predictive

Answer 6

Which is a potential problem with the trial testimony of forensic experts?
A.
The experts may not explain the evidence accurately.
B.
The trial judge may not allow certain types of testimony.
C.
The evidence that they present may be too general.
D.
The jury may need specific terms defined for them.

Answer 7

A. The experts may not explain the evidence accurately.

Answer 8

Darren is a forensic biologist who works in the new field of palynology. What area of biology does he study to help solve crimes?
A.
bacteria
B.
insects
C.
pollens
D.
viruses

Answer 9

C. pollens

Answer 10

Jessie supervises a full-service crime lab. Her lab is likely to include each unit EXCEPT a(n):
A.
document unit
B.
biology unit
C.
firearms unit
D.
HVAC unit

Answer 11

D. HVAC unit

Answer 12

Ashanti is an investigator who recently used the MORIS database. What was she likely trying to do?
A.
understand a suspect’s criminal history
B.
share vehicle information
C.
match DNA samples to known criminals
D.
identify suspects while in the field

Answer 13

D. identify suspects while in the field

Answer 14

Which phrase BEST describes why DNA tests sometimes give misleading results?
A.
DNA kits vary in accuracy, with some as low as 60 percent.
B.
DNA tests can be sensitive to light and heat.
C.
Testing methods are sensitive and can pick up extraneous DNA.
D.
Many forensic labs lack training in testing DNA.

Answer 15

C. Testing methods are sensitive and can pick up extraneous DNA.