Module 2

Question 1

The main purpose of documentation is to record and preserve the location and relationship of physical evidence at the crime scene.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Transient evidence refers to physical evidence that must be transported using uniquely specified precautions.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

When photographing a crime scene, the recommended procedure is to start at the center of the scene and work outwardly, including all entrances and exits to the scene.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Higher-speed films are useful for low-light situations but are not as sharp and clear as lower-speed films.

Answer 4

False

Question 5

Digital cameras should be used when there is a need for enlargements of 11 x 14 inches or more.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

The main purpose of documentation of a crime scene is to:

a) reconstruct the crime scene, identify a suspect, and assist the prosecutor

b) record and preserve the location and relationship of physical evidence

c) obtain a motive for the crime, determine modus operandi, and identify a suspect

d) none of the above

Answer 6

b) record and preserve the location and relationship of physical evidence

Question 7

According to the text, the three ways to document evidence at a crime scene are

a) digital pictures, notes, and sketches

b) sketches, photo log, and notes

c) photography, notes, and sketches

d) overhead view, video, and notes

Answer 7

c) photography, notes, and sketches

Question 8

Examples of transient evidence are

a) hairs, fibers, and wet shoeprints

b) latent fingerprints, clothing, and weapons

c) blood, semen, and fibers

d) none of the above

Answer 8

a) hairs, fibers, and wet shoeprints

Question 9

According to the text, when using photography at a crime scene, the film speed should be at least:

a) ASA/ISO 100 or higher

b) ASA/ISO 200 or higher

c) ASA/ISO 300 or higher

d) ASA/ISO 400 or higher

Answer 9

d) ASA/ISO 400 or higher

Question 10

Polarizing filters are used when photographing

a) very small objects

b) shiny surfaces

c) very large objects

d) none of the above

Answer 10

b) shiny surfaces

Question 11

According to the text, there are two kinds of cameras

a) digital and SLR

b) handheld and tripod mounted

c) still and video

d) none of the above

Answer 11

c) still and video

Question 12

A crime scene sketch is the permanent record of

a) size and distance relationships of the scene and physical evidence

b) a hand-drawn picture of who was present at the scene

c) where furniture and pictures were located at the scene

d) eyewitnesses account of the crime

Answer 12

a) size and distance relationships of the scene and physical evidence

Question 13

The three types of sketches that can be drawn to depict the crime scene are

a) eye-level, overhead view, and elevation view

b) elevation view, 3D view, and baseline view

c) 3D view, baseline view, and elevation view

d) overhead view, elevation view, and 3D view

Answer 13

d) overhead view, elevation view, and 3D view

Question 14

According to the FBI, physical evidence cannot be overdocumented.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

The narrative report must address the questions: who, what, when, where, how, and why.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

The CSI report should be written in the third person and use present tense.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

Since its audience consists of professionals, a CSI report can include police slang, radio signals, and jargon in the narrative report.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

When labeling evidence, the “Q” label stands for unknown quantity.

Answer 18

False

Question 19

The person who is responsible for accurate preparation and prompt submission of all crime scene documentation is the:

a) lead detective

b) forensic scientist

c) crime scene investigator

d) prosecutor

Answer 19

c) crime scene investigator

Question 20

According to the FBI, physical evidence

a) can be overstated, making reports confusing

b) should be concise to ensure clarity in reports

c) should offer all potential possibilities to the perpetrator of the crime

d) cannot be overdocumented

Answer 20

d) cannot be overdocumented

Question 21

The case narrative is

a) a running description of the entire crime scene investigation

b) all the facts and the opinions documented by the CSI

c) all the facts, and when possible, the identification of potential perpetrators of the crime

d) all efforts of the CSI presented in a logical manner

Answer 21

a) a running description of the entire crime scene investigation

Question 22

According to the text, the CSI’s primary responsibility at the crime scene is to:

a) report all facts leading to the perpetrator of the crime

b) locate, identify, document, collect, and preserve physical evidence

c) report all facts and opinions that can be used by the prosecutor or defense counsel in court

d) prove or disprove the theories of the crime

Answer 22

b) locate, identify, document, collect, and preserve physical evidence

Question 23

According to the text, when writing the narrative report, the CSI should

a) use the prevailing police terms to ensure exact duplication of terminology used at the time

b) use terminology normally used by the local law enforcement agency

c) never use police slang, radio signals, or jargon

d) use terminology that is common to the prosecutor

Answer 23

c) never use police slang, radio signals, or jargon

Question 24

The written guidelines issued by individual agencies to establish protocols and activities following accepted scientific practices are referred to as the

a) standard investigative procedures

b) the CSI’s procedure manual

c) crime scene operating procedures

d) standard operating procedures

Answer 24

d) standard operating procedures

Question 25

_____________________ are materials or evidentiary samples, the sources of which are unconfirmed and which are collected at the crime scene and submitted to the crime laboratory for comparison to known samples. a) Exemplary samples b) Questioned samples c) Control samples d) Evidence samples

Answer 25

b) Questioned samples