After discovering a burial, forensic archaeologists must:
A) Call in a backhoe to commence excavation
B) Pull bones from the ground as they appear
C) Skim dirt from the top of the grave
D) All of the above

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Skimming dirt from the top of the grave allows the forensic archaeologists to see the outline of the grave and any potential artifacts or bones that may be visible. Using a backhoe or pulling bones from the ground can damage or destroy evidence, so they should be avoided until the area has been properly evaluated.

After Discovering a Burial, Forensic Archaeologists Must