Question 1

The number of deltas found in an arch pattern is ________ the number of deltas found in a loop pattern.

Accepted Answer

A)   Greater than
B)   Less than
C)   The same as

Question 2

A final conclusion made using the ACE-V process is either the individualization or elimination of a print.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The image produced from a digital file is composed of numerous square electronic dots called:

Accepted Answer

A)   Bytes
B)   Cubic millimeters
C)   Screen elements
D)   Pixels

Question 4

To permanently alter the fingerprint and produce scars,one must damage the:

Accepted Answer

A)   Minutiae
B)   Ridges
C)   Epidermis
D)   Dermal papillae

Question 5

What percentage of the population falls into the 1/1 Primary Classification category?

Accepted Answer

A)   30%
B)   20%
C)   25%
D)   10%

Question 6

Soft and porous surfaces are preferably developed by applying fingerprint powder or treating with Superglue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which is NOT considered a porous surface?

Accepted Answer

A)   Tile
B)   Cloth
C)   Paper
D)   Cardboard

Question 8

The fingerprint classification system used in most English speaking countries was devised by:

Accepted Answer

A)   Henry
B)   Vucetich
C)   Herschel
D)   Faulds

Question 9

Which person listed below attempted to destroy his fingerprints with corrosive acid?

Accepted Answer

A)   John Gotti
B)   Carlo Gambino
C)   William West
D)   John Dillinger

Question 10

The FBI's IAFIS became fully operational in:

Accepted Answer

A)   1977.
B)   1989.
C)   1991.
D)   1999.

Question 11

A plain arch is the simplest of all fingerprint patterns.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Livescan images of fingerprints:

Accepted Answer

A)   Have eliminated the need for inked prints on paper cards.
B)   Are sent to the AFIS database electronically.
C)   Are captured when the subject's fingers and palms are placed onto a glass platen.
D)   All of the above

Question 13

Prints that are not readily visible are commonly referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)   Latent.
B)   Open.
C)   Plastic.
D)   Rolled.

Question 14

The ACE-V process requires an independent examination by a second examiner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The friction skin ridges:

Accepted Answer

A)   Have no useful purpose other than identification.
B)   Provide a firmer grip.
C)   Resist slippage.
D)   Both B and C

Question 16

It is possible to obscure one's fingerprints by scarring.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

In the Primary Classification scheme,the left index finger has a potential value of:

Accepted Answer

A)   16.
B)   8.
C)   4.
D)   2.

Question 18

Which substance is a substitute for Ninhydrin?

Accepted Answer

A)   DFO
B)   RAY
C)   MRM 10
D)   RAM

Question 19

The presence or absence of the ________ pattern is the basis for determination of the primary classification.

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The answer of The presence or absence of the ________...

Question 20

________ fingerprints are formed when a finger touches a surface and transfers perspiration,along with oils onto the surface.

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The answer of ________ fingerprints are formed when a finger...

Exam 6: Fingerprints

The presence or absence of the ________ pattern is the basis for determination of the primary classification.

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Prints that are not readily visible are commonly referred to as:

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Soft and porous surfaces are preferably developed by applying fingerprint powder or treating with Superglue.

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The friction skin ridges:

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Which person listed below attempted to destroy his fingerprints with corrosive acid?

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________ fingerprints are formed when a finger touches a surface and transfers perspiration,along with oils onto the surface.

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The number of deltas found in an arch pattern is ________ the number of deltas found in a loop pattern.

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A final conclusion made using the ACE-V process is either the individualization or elimination of a print.

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In the Primary Classification scheme,the left index finger has a potential value of:

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A plain arch is the simplest of all fingerprint patterns.

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The fingerprint classification system used in most English speaking countries was devised by:

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The image produced from a digital file is composed of numerous square electronic dots called:

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Which is NOT considered a porous surface?

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What percentage of the population falls into the 1/1 Primary Classification category?

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It is possible to obscure one's fingerprints by scarring.

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The ACE-V process requires an independent examination by a second examiner.

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To permanently alter the fingerprint and produce scars,one must damage the:

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The FBI's IAFIS became fully operational in:

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Which substance is a substitute for Ninhydrin?

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Livescan images of fingerprints:

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