FRNSC 100 Module 14 quiz solved 100%
A company prepares a fake fire debris analysis case for lab analysts to test to see if the
analysts can correctly test and interpret the evidence. This is an example of - ANSWER-
Proficiency testing
ABC Diplomates pass a general knowledge test about criminalistics while ABC Fellows
have passed tests and performed work in specific areas of expertise. - ANSWER-True
All of the following are levels of certification one can earn from the ABC except -
ANSWER-Officiate
All professional groups offer certification for members - ANSWER-False
An individual criminalist may decide to take individual tests to demonstrate their
expertise. This process is called - ANSWER-Certification
Certification in the ABC lasts forever and never needs to be renewed. - ANSWER-False
If a criminalist makes an error in their examination or conclusions, the best course of
action is - ANSWER-Admit the mistake and submit an amended report
If a jury member doesn't understand something the expert witness says, it is common
practice for a jury member to raise their hand, get acknowledged by the judge, and ask
their question directly to the expert. - ANSWER-False
The group that makes accreditation guidelines is always the same group that sends
people out to accredit the labs. - ANSWER-False
To be a criminalist or work in a crime lab, you must have a degree in forensic science. -
ANSWER-False
A company prepares a fake fire debris analysis case for lab analysts to test to see if the
analysts can correctly test and interpret the evidence. This is an example of - ANSWER-
Proficiency testing
ABC Diplomates pass a general knowledge test about criminalistics while ABC Fellows
have passed tests and performed work in specific areas of expertise. - ANSWER-True
All of the following are levels of certification one can earn from the ABC except -
ANSWER-Officiate
All professional groups offer certification for members - ANSWER-False
An individual criminalist may decide to take individual tests to demonstrate their
expertise. This process is called - ANSWER-Certification
Certification in the ABC lasts forever and never needs to be renewed. - ANSWER-False
If a criminalist makes an error in their examination or conclusions, the best course of
action is - ANSWER-Admit the mistake and submit an amended report
If a jury member doesn't understand something the expert witness says, it is common
practice for a jury member to raise their hand, get acknowledged by the judge, and ask
their question directly to the expert. - ANSWER-False
The group that makes accreditation guidelines is always the same group that sends
people out to accredit the labs. - ANSWER-False
To be a criminalist or work in a crime lab, you must have a degree in forensic science. -
ANSWER-False
