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1. What are the 3 basic classifications of fingerprints?
2. Who wrote the book “Finger Prints” first describing how to classify and analyze prints?
3. Give 5 examples of characteristics examined in prints.
4. List the 2 focal points used for reference when examining prints.
5. Explain why fingerprint identification is a better system than the Bertilion system.
6. What does it mean for prints to be latent?
7. What causes fingerprints?
8. What does A.F.I.S. stand for?
9. Explain two reasons why someone might have their prints in the AFIS system?
10. Describe the 3 basic principles in fingerprint analysis.
11. Describe one method for lifting latent prints.
12. Name two drawbacks to using AFIS.
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13. Using the fingerprint below, identify and label a bifurcation and ending ridge.
14. Using the fingerprint below, identify what type of print it is and label at least one dot and one short ridge.
15. Using the print below, identify what type of print it is and label the core and TWO deltas.
16. Using the print below, identify what type of print it is and label the delta.
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17. Why is it pointless to try to obscure or obliterate one’s fingerprints by scaring or otherwise damaging the skin?
