Which of the Following Statements About Entrance and Exit Wounds

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about entrance and exit wounds is TRUE?

• A) Exit wounds are usually the size of the bullet's profile.
• B) Entrance wounds most often appear as stellate.
• C) Cavitational wave energy is greatest at a bullet's point of entrance.
• D) Only a thorough forensic examination by a qualified expert can determine with certainty whether a given wound is an entrance wound or an exit wound.

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