What is the purpose of taking DNA samples and fingerprints from Erica's parents?
A) Obtain reference samples for latter comparison to samples processed from the crime scene
B) Lt. Jenkins believes that the parents are the suspects.
C) Samples could be used to determine origin of blood and fingerprints processed from the crime scene.
D) Choice a & b
E) Choice a & c

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Taking DNA samples and fingerprints from Erica's parents can serve two purposes: obtaining reference samples for comparison to samples processed from the crime scene (choice A), and using the samples to determine the origin of blood and fingerprints found at the crime scene (choice C). There is no indication that Lt. Jenkins believes the parents are suspects (choice B), so option D can be eliminated. Therefore, the best choice is E.

What Is the Purpose of Taking DNA Samples and Fingerprints