Criminalistics Final Coaching

By
MELCON S. LAPINA
Q1

In a so-called “total take” in crime

scene photography, it means you
have to photograph all the angles
possible in order to reflect the
a. truth.
b. exact area where the victim fell.
c. physical evidence.
d. entire area.
Q2

What do you call to a situation of one

where there are an abnormal reaction
patterns that are seriously
incapacitating but there is no loss of
contact with reality?
a. Associative reaction
b. Hysteric reaction
c. Neuroses
d. Psychoses
Q3

In questioned document study,

when one goes back over a
defective portion, it is called:
a. Retracing
b.Shading
c. Correcting
d.Patching
Q4

In our law, euthanasia is the

willful, deliberate and painless
acceleration of death of what?
a. tissue.
b.person.
c. none of these.
d.organ.
Q5

Considered one of the most infallible

means of personal identification which is
formed when still inside the mother’s
womb and remain unchanged throughout
life until decomposition is what kind of
ridges?
a. auxillary.
b. papillary.
c. friction.
d. poroscopic.
Q6

In case spectrographic or color

analysis or comparison microscope
are not available, which of the
following photography would you
use?
a. infra-red- obscured
b. gamma
c. cosmic
d. ultra-violet- invisible
Q7

In taking photographs, the lights

must be regulated that upon
reaching the sensitized material
or film, all other lights must be?
a. deducted
b.exposed
c. controlled
d.excluded
Q8

Cadaveric lividity may

determine how long the
person has been:
a. in comatose.
b. dead.
c. in the area.
d. strangulated.
Q9

In firearms study, considered

as the most powerful of the
propellants is:
a. double action powder
b. smokeless powder
c. robotic powder
d. c-5 mixture
Q1
0

In taking photographs of a
suspected suicide by shooting case,
you must illustrate in court which is
the entrance and what wound?
a. secondary
b. first
c. exit
d. fatal
Q11

Who was the one who once said, “Let

no one despise the ridges on account
of their smallness, for they are in some
respect, the MOST IMPORTANT of all
anthropological data?”
a. Francis Galton
b. Cesare Lombroso
c. Ridge Cook
d. John Howard
Q12

As a procedure, the suspected

firearm should be properly
wrapped and placed in a container
for endorsement to the crime
laboratory to?
a. preserve it.
b. sanitary SOP.
c. prevent loss and tampering.
d. mark it.- upon collection
Q13

Fingerprint is one of the most

infallible means of personal
identification because the ridges
and other characteristics never?
a. change throughout life.
b. appear dissimilar.
c. add ridges when closely
examined.
d. be substituted.
Q14

A document examination that uses

invisible radiation beyond the red
portion of the visible spectrum
(rainbow) is called?
a. infra-red examination.
b. radiation.
c. ultra-violet examination.
d. hazy sunlight examination.
Q15

What method of scientific

analysis can be used in
examining cigarette butts with
lipsticks?
a. Ultra-violet
b.Fluorescence
c. Cosmic rays
d.Infra-red
Q16

Is humidity (HEAT: open

pore) a factor in the
presence or absence of
gunpowder?
a.Never.
b.Yes.
c.It depends.
Q17

In the Philippines which is

generally a warm country, rigor
mortis starts to occur how many
hours after death?
a. 48
b.12
c. 24
d.36
Q18

The process of dissolution of tissues by

the digestive action of the enzymes
and bacteria resulting to liquefaction
of tissues and liberation of foul-
smelling gases is called?
a. decomposition.
b. detoxification.
c. decay.
d. putrefaction.
Q19

In polygraph testing, to determine

the author of the crime, relevant
questions posed on subject are
designed to determine the
subject’s
a. denial.
b. answers.
c. response.
d. involvement.
Q20

Hemorrhage or loss of blood

maybe fatal. Which can stand more
loss of blood, the male or the
female?
a. Female
b. Male has no known advantage
c. It depends
d. Male
Q21

The ridge that divides itself into

two (2) ridges and which
resembles a fork-like structure is
called
a. island.
b.enclosure.
c. bifurcation.
d.convergence.
Q22

In questioned document
examination, good pen control
is a sign of forgery in guided
a. markings.
b.forgery.
c. missile.
d.hand signature.
Q2

A bullet that contains a

3

charge of high explosive is

a. double action bullet.
b. high voltage bullet.
c. e-4 bullet.
d. explosive bullet.
Q24

Can there be a conclusive and

legally valid findings in a questioned
document case if no original copy
was produced for comparison?
a. Yes
b. No
c. It depends
d. Oftentimes
Q25

What is the literal

meaning of PISTOIA?
a. Pistol
b. Coin- pistole
( same diameter as the bore of the fire arm Bombard)

c. City
d. Gun
Q26

It is in windows, tables and

doors that we can usually find
them. In dactyloscopy, it is
called?
a. latent prints
b. shoe prints
c. tool marker
d. birth marks
Q27

What is this condition in which

the supply of oxygen in the body
ceases and as a result thereof
the person dies?
a. Valvular diseases
b.Rupture of the aortic
c. Thrombosis
d.Asphyxia
Q28

In ballistics examination, what do

you call those materials which
detonates or explodes when
subjected to shock or heat?
a. Stimulant
b. Explosive
c. Blasting cap
d. Propellant
Q29

In questioned document
examination, the other term
of “burned documents” is?
a. blackened document.
b. none of these.
c. charred document.
d. poisoned document.
Q30

In writing controversy, it refers to

the obscuring of writing by
superimposing ink, pencil or other
marking material. It is called what
kind of writing?
a. Obliterated
b. Indented
c. Slanted
d. Illegible
Q31

In fingerprint identification,
what is a single ridge which
divide into two or more ridges?
a. Island ending
b.Bifurcation
c. None of these
d.Angular ridge
Q32

What is this natural phenomenon that

even expert document examiners
cannot give an opinion or conduct
examination as regards a questioned
document case without it?
a. Light
b. Acquired knowledge
c. Eclipse
d. Natural talent
Q33

In all modern airports now, what

equipment helps detect suspected
contraband like drugs, bombs,
firearms and etc.?
a. ultra-violet rays
b. k-9
c. gamma rays
d. x-ray
Q34

In fingerprint patterns, what

is the symbol of accidental?
a.A
b.W
c.R
d.X
Q35

Which of the following are possible

objects of an autopsy if legally
ordered or requested?
a. Victim on suspended animation.
b. Fire victim’s cadaver.
c. Victim in coma.
d. Victim’s cadaver who died not of
natural cause.
Q36

What is this means of identification

which occurs when the original
tissues have been injured or
destroyed noticeable marks?
a. Deformities
b. Bitten marks
c. Scars
d. Tattoos
Q37

What is this part of a camera

which is basically an
enclosure devoid of light?
a.Film house
b.Tripod
c.Body
d.Viewfinder
Q38

In introducing photographs as
evidence, the only thing required of
you is to testify that the photograph is
the accurate representation of what?
a. situation
b. environment
c. victim
d. crime scene
Q39

It is the oldest ink material

known and used by ancient
Egyptians. It is called?
a.Nigrosine
b.Phosphorus
c.Carbon/India / china ink
d.Indulin ink
Q40

As a possible future expert in

questioned document, you must
know the acknowledged “Father of
Questioned Document” and he is
a. John Hansbury.
b. John Adams.
c. Albert Osborn.
d. Dr. Hans Gross.
Q41

In firearms lessons, it is said that, “No

two (2) barrels are microscopically
alike or identical as the internal
surface of the bore or barrels all
posses individual and characteristic
markings of their own,” is that correct?
a. Correct
b. Sometimes
c. Not correct
d. It depends
Q42

No attempt should ever be made to

develop fingerprints on any wet
surface or to use dusting techniques
during rain because it will what?
a. result to nothing but wastage.
b. serve as maturity in the profession.
c. show one’s desire to solve a case.
d. be highly commendable if
successful.
Q43

In polygraph examination, it is
the emotional response of the
body towards stimulus or
questions asked. It is called?
a. reaction
b.internal factors
c. stimuli
d.deception
Q44

The dates of the standard

specimen should be how many
years before and after the
questioned documents?
a. Two
b.Three
c. Five
d.Seven
Q45

With a very clear machine copy (powder)

of a questioned document and as good as
original and with several (more than 20)
standards, as a document examiner, can
you have a definitive and legally acceptable
opinion?
a. Yes
b. Sometimes
c. Seldom
d. No
Q46

The assumption is, “no two writers

write exactly alike.” Every person
has his/her own way/manner of
holding pen, so the resultant effect
is to produce an entirely different?
a. replica of writing
b. observations
c. modes of quantity
d. strokes or writing
Q47

In a murder case, the

photographs should include
the close-up shots of:
a.ingress and egress.
b.cohorts of the suspects.
c.goods stolen.
d.assailant’s escape car
Q48

In police photography, does the

entire electromagnetic
spectrum refer to both visible
and invisible radiations?
a. It depends
b.No
c. Yes
d.Seldom
Q49

In ballistics, it refer to the probe and

identification of firearms by means of
ammunition fired through them and
used in courts in the administration of
justice. It is what kind of ballistics?
a. Internal
b. Terminal
c. Exterior
d. Forensic
Q50

The principle of individuality in

dactyloscopy is based on statistical
probability that it would be impossible
for any two persons to have similar
what?
a. structures
b. style
c. signature
d. Fingerprints
Q51

Impressions which are taken at

the same time on the
fingerprint card is known as
what kind of impressions?
a. Plain
b.Rolled
c. Visible
d.Direct
Q52

Medico-legal officers can immensely

contribute in the administration of
justice by noting in his report even
minor injuries and other noticeable
physical appearances in the
a. patient’s diagnostic report
b. victim’s body
c. suspect‘s record
d. gang‘s modus operandi
Q53

In fingerprint study, it refers to

the canal-like impression found
between the ridges. It is called?
a. Furrows
b.Duct
c. Ridges
d.Arch
Q54

It is considered to be the most

expensive but reliable and
acceptable means of preserving
evidence and in the identification
of persons is by means of what?
a. DNA Fingerprinting
b. Sketching
c. Photography
d. Illustration
Q55

In dactyloscopy, the reproduction

of some smooth surfaces of the
pattern or design formed by the
ridges on the inside of the joint of
the finger or thumb is called:
a. blueprint.
b. none of these.
c. patented print.
d. fingerprint.
Q56

In questioned document inquiry,

when we speak of insertion or
interlineation in a document, it
refers to the addition of
a. paper marks
b. Standards
c. forgery
d. writing
Q57

What is the Latin word for

paper?
a.Charta
b.Cartouche
c.Papyrus
d.Graphein
Q58

Can fingerprint identification be

resorted to by probers in order to
establish the identity of headless
victims or persons who are already in
the advanced state of decomposition?
a. No
b. Never
c. Yes
d. Probably no
Q59

Normally, how many hours

after meal for the stomach
to digest the food taken?
a.1 to 2
b.3 to 4
c.5 to 6
d.6 to 8
Q60

In photography, comparable
to the pupil of an eye is
what?
a.lens
b.circular photostatic
c.single film
d.variable shutter
Q61

What is the color of the ultra-

violet powder in money bills
when subjected to UV lamp
examination?
a. Purple to blue
b.Brownish
c. Orange to brown
d.Brilliant yellow
Q62

In the study of fingerprint

patterns, the symbol of plain
whorl is?
a.T
b.W
c.P
d.PW
Q63

In questioned document probe, examine

the questioned documents under
stereoscopic microscope, direct light,
oblique light and transmitted light, and if
necessary under ultra-violet and infra-red
lights to ensure what?
a. timeless of the report.
b. adequacy of equipment.
c. dependability.
d. definitive and correct conclusion.
Q64

Although you are an expert

witness, the court is:
a. answerable to the public.
b. welcoming other witnesses.
c. not bound to believe your
testimony.
d. duty-bound to believe you.
Q65

This part of the polygraph machine

records the subject’s respiratory
movement and the changes and
variation of the graph. It is called
the
a. Sphygmograph.
b. Diastolic section.
c. Cardiograph section.
d. Pneumograph section.
Q66

In picking up “cocked revolver,”

what is the reason why a piece
of carton/paper be inserted in
front of the hammer?
a. for court exhibit
b. for tactical reason
c. for safety reason
d. for proper storage
Q67

A sign of forgery in
guided-hand signature is:
a. bad shading.
b. irregular alignment.
c. good pen control.
d. discounted strokes.
Q68

An instrument used in
determining the bore diameter
of firearms is what?
a. odometric lense
b. stereoscopic microscope
c. micrometer
d. taper gauge
Q69

In firearms study, the other

term of land and groove
marks are?
a.Skid
b.Bore
c.Laser
d.Rifling
Q70

In photographing sexual crime

victims especially rape, you
must first secure a written
permission from
a. court
b.doctor or priest or parents
c. officer on case
d.victim
Q71

In polygraph testing, relevant

questions are those that are related to
or has something to do with the case.
It is in these questions where the
examiner may detect what?
a. motive.
b. deception.
c. composure.
d. fear.
Q72

The area surrounded by

type line is called?
a. type area
b. type lines
c. base lines
d. pattern area
Q73

Who declared with scientific proofs

that the human skeleton is
unchangeable after the twentieth
year?
a. Alphonse
b. Thomas
c. Bertillon
d. Gumma
Q74

Is trauma or the destruction of

the blood vessel wall and the
resulting hemorrhage can only
be caused by external force?
a. Sometimes
b.It depends
c. Yes
d.No
Q75

Are all bullets or slugs

metallic?
a.Yes
b.No
c.It depends
d.Sometimes
Q76

Autopsic photography refers

to the taking of photographs
of:
a. scenic views
b. film making
c. cadavers
d. sexy dancers
Q77

The branch of ballistics that has

something to do with the
application of the ballistics to
law is what kind of ballistics?
a. External
b.Internal
c. Forensic
d.Legal
Q78

In lie detection probe, the force

that arouses the organism or
any of its parts to activity is
called?
a. Detection
b.Control
c. Reception
d.Stimulus
Q79

Two (2) of the pioneers in

polygraph examination are?
a. Cesar Lombroso and John
Larson.
b.None of these.
c. Goddard and John Welts.
d.Churchill William and Tony
Tubb.
Q80

In polygraph tests, before the pre-test

interview, the examiner shall
coordinate with the investigator for
purposes of acquiring vital information
concerning the
a. victim.
b. modus operandi.
c. case.
d. witnesses.
Q81

Which of the following can provide

a system or techniques in making
visible those things that cannot be
seen by the naked eye?
a. Gamma rays
b. Photographer
c. Photography
d. X-rays
Q82

Another method of determining the

cessation of respiration is by placing a
fine feather and the like in front of the
lips and nostrils. The person is still
breathing when there is what?
a. blackening of the feather.
b. movement of the feather.
c. no moving of the feather.
d. reddening of the feather.
Q83

The loops with slanting ridges

that slope towards little fingers
are what kind of loops?
a. ulnar.
b.slanted.
c. radial.
d.sloping.
Q84

In dactyloscopy, plaster of
paris is mainly used in
a.moulage.
b.developing alkaline.
c.casting test.
d.house construction.
Q85

In polygraph practice, the

questions that is to be asked
from the subject is called
a.mitiatous.
b.deceptors.
c.regulators.
d.stimulus.
Q86

In dactyloscopy, after so many years of

studies and researches, it was
confirmed that “No two (2) persons
have exactly the same:
a. size and color.”
b. origin and traits.”
c. loops and details.”
d. fingerprint patterns and
characteristics.”
Q87

In firearms study, the rate of

the speed of the bullet per
minute of time is called
a.trajectory.
b.gravity.
c.velocity.
d.penetration.
Q88

What kind of firearm was used if

the entrance wound is irregular
with there destruction of the
tissues on account of the expanded
gases?
a. Revolver
b. Automatic weapon
c. Machine gun
d. Shot gun
Q89

In taking photographs of
suspected suicide by shooting
case, you must illustrate in court
which is the entrance and the
a. secondary wound.
b. first wound.
c. fatal wound.
d. exit wound.
Q90

Examples of rifled-bore
firearms are rifles, pistols
and
a.muskets.
b.machine guns.
c.revolvers.
d.shotguns.
Q91

It is the part of the perspective

of photography which depicts
the 4 corners of the wall and
top view.
a. Near close-up
b.Mid-range photographs
c. Shallow depth of field
d.Over all photographs
Q92

How many months does a

fetus inside the womb
develop an eyebrow hair?
a.6
b.8
c.3
d.4
Q93

The regular questions on

polygraph examination is
a.12
b.8
c.15
d.4
Q94

In polygraph examinations, the

question: “Do you know who
killed Ana?” is what type of
question?
a. Relevant question
b.Irrelevant question
c. Probable question
d.Specific question
Q95

The test for intoxication whereby

the subject stands straight with
heels together and with closed
eyes for at least one minute refers
to
a. Icard’s Test
b. Takayama Test
c. Levin Test
d. Romberg’s Test
Q96

Where is the proper marking for

cartridge case evidence?
a. At the center of the cartridge
case
b. Near inside the mouth of the rim
c. Near outside the mouth of the
rim
d. Inside
Q97

Questions dealing on known facts

about the polygraphic subject cannot
ordinarily lie to and designed to
produce a little or no emotional
change.
a. Relevant question
b. Irrelevant question
c. Key question
d. Padding question
Q98

Process in photography
entailing the removal of all
unexposed and undeveloped
silver halides.
a. Printing
b.Stop bath
c. Fixing
d.Development
Q99

The nearest (Foreground) and

farthest ( background) distance
apparently in sharp focus on a
given object being
photographed.
a. Focal length
b.Focal plane
c. Focusing scale
Q100

Immediate stiffening after death

due to severe injury to the central
nervous center or when there was
great tension at time of death.
a. Rigor mortis
b. Livor mortis
c. Cadaveric spasm
d. Post mortem