Question 1

Augmented reality (AR)is the real-time and accurate overlay of digital information on a user's real-world experience,through visual,aural,and/or tactile interfaces.

Accepted Answer

This statement accurately describes the definition of augmented reality.

Question 2

The use of technology in the service of criminal investigation,the application of scientific techniques to the detection and evaluation of criminal evidence is known as the field of criminalistics.

Accepted Answer

Criminalistics is the use of scientific techniques and technology for criminal investigations and the evaluation of evidence.

Question 3

HITMAN is the latest technology used by the FBI to track and capture mafia-related criminals.

Accepted Answer

HITMAN is not a real technology used by the FBI.

Question 4

Malware is malicious computer programs such as viruses,worms,and Trojan horses.

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Malware refers to all types of malicious software, including viruses, worms, and Trojan horses.

Question 5

The FaceCrook is an example law enforcement use of social media to get their message across through a Twitter account.

Accepted Answer

The statement correctly defines the use of social media by law enforcement through the example of FaceCrook Twitter account.

Question 6

Bioterrorism is the intentional or threatened use of viruses,bacteria,fungi,or toxins from living organisms to produce death or disease in humans,animals,or plants.

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This is the definition of bioterrorism as recognized by organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).

Question 7

A criminal offense that employs advanced or emerging technology in its commission is known as a cybercrime.

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The answer of A criminal offense that employs advanced or...

Question 8

______________ is the unsolicited commercial bulk e-mail whose primary purpose is the advertisement or promotion of a commercial product or service.

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The answer of ______________ is the unsolicited commercial bulk e-mail...

Question 9

Forensic entomology is the study of insects to determine such matters as a person's time of death.

Accepted Answer

Forensic entomology is indeed the study of insects to determine various pieces of evidence related to a crime scene, including but not limited to a person's time of death.

Question 10

The intentional or threatened use of viruses,bacteria,fungi,or toxins from living organisms to produce death or disease in humans,animals,or plants is known as __________________.

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The answer of The intentional or threatened use of viruses,bacteria,fungi,or...

Question 11

Biocrime is a criminal offense perpetrated through the use of biologically active substances,but does not include chemicals and toxins.

Accepted Answer

Biocrime can include the use of chemicals and toxins, as these substances can be biologically active and used to harm or kill living organisms.

Question 12

Forensic entomology is the study of insects as a scientific tool used in solving criminal cases.

Accepted Answer

Forensic entomology is a valid and crucial branch of forensic science that uses insects to assist in criminal investigations.

Question 13

Ballistics is the science of recognizing people by physical characteristics and personal traits.

Accepted Answer

Ballistics is not the science of recognizing people by physical characteristics and personal traits. It is the science of analyzing firearms, ammunition, and their trajectories.

Question 14

A computer virus is a program designed to secretly invade systems and either modify the way in which they operate or alter the information they store.

Accepted Answer

This is the definition of a computer virus.

Question 15

The use of biological residue found at the scene of a crime for genetic comparisons in aiding in the identification of criminal suspects is ___________profiling.

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The answer of The use of biological residue found at...

Question 16

CODIS allows law enforcement agencies to compare DNA profiles in their possession with other DNA profiles that have been entered into local,state,and national databases in order to identify a suspect or to link serial crimes.

Accepted Answer

CODIS (Combined DNA Index System) is a powerful tool that facilitates the comparison of DNA profiles to identify potential suspects and link crimes. It consists of three levels: local, state, and national databases, all of which can be searched and compared to help solve crimes.

Question 17

Biometrics is a modern criminalistics technique used to determine the cause of injury or death.

Accepted Answer

Biometrics is actually a method of identifying individuals based on unique physical characteristics such as fingerprints, iris patterns or facial features. It is not used to determine the cause of injury or death but can be used as evidence in criminal investigations.

Question 18

IAFIS is the latest improvement to DNA sampling.

Accepted Answer

IAFIS (Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System) is a biometric identification system that uses fingerprints, not DNA sampling. DNA sampling is a separate process for identifying individuals through genetic material.

Question 19

______________ applies scientific techniques to the detection and evaluation of criminal evidence.

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The answer of ______________ applies scientific techniques to the detection...

Question 20

_____________ is the analysis of firearms,ammunition,projectiles,bombs,and explosives.

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The answer of _____________ is the analysis of firearms,ammunition,projectiles,bombs,and explosives....

Quiz 18: The Future of Criminal Justice