FORENSIC REVIEWER - Quiz
  • 1. It is the process of creating a scaled, visual representation of a crime scene to accurately document the location, dimensions, and relationships of physical evidence and other important features. It complements photographs and notes, providing a clear overview of the scene layout.
A) Sketching
B) Videography
C) Photography
D) Drawing
  • 2. It is a detailed and systematic recording of observations, facts, statements, and actions taken during the course of an investigation.
A) Note taking
B) Videography
C) Photography
D) Sketching
  • 3. Which of the following can negatively affect the integrity of photographic evidence?
A) Using a digital camera
B) Altering or enhancing images without documentation
C) Capturing images from multiple angles
D) Including a scale in the photo
  • 4. What is one way to authenticate a photograph as real evidence in court?
A) Have the photographer or a witness testify to its accuracy
B) Submit an edited copy with added labels
C) Any of these
D) Add digital effects to highlight important elements
  • 5. It is used in marking physical evidences.
A) Evidence Markers
B) Lettered Markers
C) Numbered Markers
D) Markings
  • 6. What are the two basic requirements for the admissibility of a photographic evidence in court?
A) Color and Competency
B) Competency and Relevancy
C) Accuracy and Competency
D) Complete and Relevant
  • 7. What color are evidence markers most commonly?
A) Black
B) Red
C) Bright yellow or orange
D) Blue
  • 8. Evidence markers are essential for which phase of investigation?
A) Only during arrest
B) Crime scene documentation and photography
C) Only during interrogation
D) Autopsy procedures
  • 9. What is the main purpose of crime scene photography?
A) To practice photography skills
B) To decorate police offices
C) To create dramatic photos for the media
D) To document evidence accurately and permanently
  • 10. It is a light-sensitive material used in analog photography to capture images. It consists of a flexible plastic base coated with a silver halide emulsion, which reacts to light exposure.
A) Photographic Paper
B) Folding Camera
C) Plastic
D) Film
  • 11. This refers to a location at which an offense was committed and where the potential evidence of the crime may exist.
A) Location of the crime
B) Crime Scene
C) Scene of the Crime
D) Crime Seen
  • 12. Which surface finish on photographic paper gives a glossy appearance?
A) Semi matte
B) Satin
C) Matte
D) Glossy
  • 13. A method of taking crime scene photographs starting from a fixed point, this includes photographing each piece of evidence.
A) Overlapping Method
B) Progressive Method
C) Manikin Method
D) Spiral Method
  • 14. Dashcams are most commonly used to record which of the following?
A) Courtroom sessions
B) Phone conversations
C) Traffic incidents and vehicular movement
D) Surveillance footage
  • 15. A continuing crime scene refers to:
A) A crime that takes place in multiple locations connected by a sequence of events
B) A scene with ongoing criminal activity during the investigation
C) A crime that involves multiple offenders across time
D) A crime scene that continues to be discovered over time
  • 16. This process of taking photograph of a far object with the aid of long focus and it is the best use in surveillance work.
A) Telephotography
B) Photomicrography
C) Photography
D) Macrophotogarphy
  • 17. What is the best way to ensure that crime scene photographs are admissible in court?
A) Take photos without altering the scene and maintain a photo log
B) Post them to the department's website
C) Apply filters to enhance images
D) Edit photos for clarity
  • 18. Which of the following should a crime scene photographer avoid?
A) Altering the scene for a better shot
B) Taking multiple angles of the evidence
C) Capturing overall, mid-range, and close-up shots
D) Using a ruler for scale
  • 19. All evidence presented in court, before being formally accepted, requires that it satisfies the basic requirements for admissibility, which are relevancy and competency
A) For record purposes
B) Preservation
C) For Court Exhibits
D) Crime scene photography
  • 20. Which device is typically worn by law enforcement officers to record real-time encounters?
A) Body-worn camera
B) Handheld camcorder
C) Voice recorder
D) Security drone
  • 21. What is the role of the SOCO photographer?
A) To secure the perimeter
B) To collect DNA samples
C) To interview witnesses
D) To take accurate and systematic photographs of the crime scene and evidence
  • 22. Which field do image forensic scientists often collaborate with?
A) Tourism
B) Sports broadcasting
C) Fashion design
D) Criminal investigation and law enforcement
  • 23. Basic Parts of the Camera.
A) Camera Body, Lens, Shutter, Viewfinder and Film Holder
B) Camera Body, Lens, Shutter, Viewfinder and Flash
C) Camera Body, Apperture, Shutter, Lens and SD Card
  • 24. What is the primary purpose of using evidence markers at a crime scene?
A) To identify the crime scene boundaries
B) To protect the evidence from weather
C) To label and document the location of evidence items
D) To decorate the scene for media coverage
  • 25. Which of the following recorders is specialized for use in underwater crime scenes?
A) Underwater digital camera
B) Webcam
C) Drone
D) Thermal camera
  • 26. Which of the following is a key rule in crime scene photography?
A) Focus only on the body
B) Only take pictures after cleaning the scene
C) Always use filters for dramatic effect
D) Photograph the scene before moving or disturbing anything
  • 27. What is digital evidence?
A) Any data stored or transmitted in digital form that can be used in a court of law
B) Paper documents used in trials
C) Evidence captured by a camera
D) Evidence found only in printed emails
  • 28. One of a number of known form of radiant energy which travel in wave motion. Its travels at a speed of 186,000 miles per second.
A) Crest
B) Wavelength
C) Frequency
D) Light
  • 29. Which member is tasked with briefing the team before and after the crime scene processing?
A) Sketch artist
B) Photographer
C) Team leader
D) Evidence technician
  • 30. Those are the tools used by crime scene investigators to label and identify items, locations or points of interest during an investigation
A) Evidence Markers
B) Evidence Labels
C) Evidence Tagging
D) Evidence Numbers
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