Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the five (5) crime scene contaminators?

Accepted Answer

The deceased is not considered a contaminator of the crime scene. Contaminators are external factors or individuals that can alter the state of the crime scene, potentially affecting the evidence. The deceased, being the victim, is central to the scene and not an external contaminator.

Question 2

In the Practical Homicide Investigation acronym A D A P T which of the following explanations is wrong?

Accepted Answer

The correct explanation for "D" in the ADAPT acronym is "Document the Scene," not "Do an Interrogation of the Suspect."

Question 3

The homicide investigation begins when the investigator arrives at the scene.

Accepted Answer

The homicide investigation begins as soon as the police are notified of a suspected homicide, not just when the investigator arrives at the scene.

Question 4

PRACTICAL HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION is simply a re-emphasis on the basic time-proven methodologies, an appreciation for the investigative process, an understanding of the dynamics of human behavior, and a comprehension of the most current scientific applications. P.H.I. stresses Tactics, Procedures, and Forensic Techniques.

Accepted Answer

PRACTICAL HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION indeed emphasizes the importance of traditional methodologies while also incorporating an understanding of human behavior and the latest scientific techniques. It focuses on enhancing investigative tactics, procedures, and forensic applications to solve homicide cases effectively.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT one of the five (5) Stages of Grief for experienced by the survivors of homicide victims?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is NOT one...

Question 6

The principle of Practical Homicide Investigation is, "If you don't do it right the first time, go back and do it again".

Accepted Answer

The principle of Practical Homicide Investigation emphasizes the importance of doing it right the first time, as opportunities to revisit a crime scene or evidence may not be possible.

Question 7

Suicide notes are direct communications indicating an intent to commit suicide. The notes may be
instructional and/or admonishing and often times have mixed emotional content including
positive and negative feelings.

Accepted Answer

Suicide notes can indeed be direct communications indicating an individual's intent to commit suicide, and they often contain a mix of emotions, instructions, or admonitions, reflecting the complex state of mind of the person.

Question 8

FINAL EXIT SUICIDES are victim-facilitated and victim assisted suicides based on the book
Final Exit written by Mr. Derrick Humphrey.

Accepted Answer

The question states that FINAL EXIT SUICIDES are victim-facilitated and victim-assisted suicides based on the book Final Exit written by Mr. Derrick Humphrey. This is a true statement.

Question 9

Staging a scene occurs when the perpetrator purposely alters the crime scene to mislead and/or
redirect the investigation. The most common type of staging occurs when the perpetrator attempts to make the death appear as a homicide to cover-up a suicide for insurance purposes.

Accepted Answer

The most common type of staging occurs when the perpetrator tries to make a homicide look like an accident or suicide, not the other way around.

Question 10

Which one of the following is NOT one of the four (4) major clusters of depressive symptoms in clinical depression.

Accepted Answer

Malingering is not a symptom cluster of clinical depression. It refers to the fabrication or exaggeration of symptoms for a secondary gain, such as avoiding work or obtaining medication, rather than a symptom of depression itself. The major symptom clusters of clinical depression include emotional (e.g., sadness, irritability), cognitive (e.g., negative thoughts, difficulty concentrating), motivational (e.g., loss of interest, lack of motivation), and somatic (e.g., changes in appetite or sleep, physical aches).

Question 11

In Practical Homicide Investigation we recommend that the investigators obtain a search
warrant to protect the integrity of any evidence which is seized during a search. The four exceptions to the search warrant rule are emergency or exigent circumstances, evidence in plain view, pre-arrest search of an individual for weapons and contraband, and consent.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Practical Homicide Investigation we recommend that...

Question 12

Which one of the following is NOT one of the five (5) components of Practical Homicide Investigation, which starts with teamwork?

Accepted Answer

Interrogation is not listed as one of the five components of Practical Homicide Investigation, which emphasizes teamwork, preservation, documentation, common sense, and flexibility.

Question 13

The location of THE PRIMARY CRIME SCENE is which of the following:

Accepted Answer

The answer of The location of THE PRIMARY CRIME SCENE...

Question 14

The most practical manner of protecting a crime scene is to look for a natural perimeter i.e. a fence, a door, or any barrier which can be used to control an area.

Accepted Answer

Using natural perimeters such as fences, doors, or other barriers is a practical way to control access to a crime scene, helping to preserve evidence and maintain the integrity of the investigation.

Question 15

A Multiple Crime Scene is an investigation in which there are additional areas and/or
locations which are found to be connected with the original homicide.

Accepted Answer

A Multiple Crime Scene involves investigations that extend beyond the initial crime scene because additional locations are discovered to be linked to the original crime, such as a homicide, requiring broader investigative efforts.

Question 16

Which one of the following is NOT a procedure for the effective Management and Supervision of a Practical Homicide Investigation?

Accepted Answer

Rotation of Investigative personnel is not a procedure for the effective management and supervision of a practical homicide investigation because it can disrupt continuity, lead to loss of critical information, and reduce the effectiveness of the investigation. Effective management typically involves maintaining a consistent team to ensure thoroughness and accuracy.

Question 17

In Practical Homicide Investigation we describe the duties of the first arriving detective at the scene as follows: To OBSERVE, DESCRIBE, RECORD,
and then COLLECT.

Accepted Answer

The duties of the first arriving detective at a homicide scene indeed include observing the scene, describing details, recording observations and evidence, and then collecting physical evidence. This systematic approach helps in preserving the integrity of the scene and ensuring that evidence is accurately documented and collected for investigation.

Question 18

The correctly done CANVASS is an invaluable investigative technique that can provide which of the following:

Accepted Answer

A correctly done canvass can indeed provide all of the listed benefits: eyewitness accounts, details about the crime's circumstances, timing information, insights into the victim's life, and potential motives for the crime.

Question 19

A Miranda Warning must be given to all suspects as soon as you begin talking to them, even if
they're not in custody.

Accepted Answer

A Miranda Warning is only required to be given when a suspect is both in custody and subject to interrogation. If they are not in custody or not being interrogated, the warning is not required.

Question 20

In Practical Homicide Investigation we describe the LINKAGE CONCEPT as the goal to
establish a link between the various facets of the crime scene, the victim, physical evidence and the suspect.

Accepted Answer

The linkage concept in Practical Homicide Investigation is indeed aimed at establishing connections between different aspects of the crime scene, the victim, physical evidence, and the suspect, to create a coherent understanding of the crime.

Quiz 1:Tactics, Procedures, and Forensic Techniques

Which of the following is NOT one of the five (5) crime scene contaminators?

In the Practical Homicide Investigation acronym A D A P T which of the following explanations is wrong?

The homicide investigation begins when the investigator arrives at the scene.

Which of the following is NOT one of the five (5) Stages of Grief for experienced by the survivors of homicide victims?

The principle of Practical Homicide Investigation is, "If you don't do it right the first time, go back and do it again".

Suicide notes are direct communications indicating an intent to commit suicide. The notes may be instructional and/or admonishing and often times have mixed emotional content including positive and negative feelings.

FINAL EXIT SUICIDES are victim-facilitated and victim assisted suicides based on the book Final Exit written by Mr. Derrick Humphrey.

Staging a scene occurs when the perpetrator purposely alters the crime scene to mislead and/or redirect the investigation. The most common type of staging occurs when the perpetrator attempts to make the death appear as a homicide to cover-up a suicide for insurance purposes.

Which one of the following is NOT one of the four (4) major clusters of depressive symptoms in clinical depression.

Which one of the following is NOT one of the five (5) components of Practical Homicide Investigation, which starts with teamwork?

The location of THE PRIMARY CRIME SCENE is which of the following:

The most practical manner of protecting a crime scene is to look for a natural perimeter i.e. a fence, a door, or any barrier which can be used to control an area.

A Multiple Crime Scene is an investigation in which there are additional areas and/or locations which are found to be connected with the original homicide.

Which one of the following is NOT a procedure for the effective Management and Supervision of a Practical Homicide Investigation?

In Practical Homicide Investigation we describe the duties of the first arriving detective at the scene as follows: To OBSERVE, DESCRIBE, RECORD, and then COLLECT.

The correctly done CANVASS is an invaluable investigative technique that can provide which of the following:

A Miranda Warning must be given to all suspects as soon as you begin talking to them, even if they're not in custody.

In Practical Homicide Investigation we describe the LINKAGE CONCEPT as the goal to establish a link between the various facets of the crime scene, the victim, physical evidence and the suspect.