What Is the Most Efficient Method for a Forensic Examiner

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is the most efficient method for a forensic examiner to confirm whether a particular tool or methodology works in a forensically acceptable manner?

• A) Search the Internet for accounts of other examiners using the tool or methodology
• B) Contact the author of the tool or methodology and have them provide confirmation
• C) Test the tool under controlled conditions
• D) Contact other forensic examiners to determine if they have any experience with the tool or methodology

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Definitions:

Perfectly Competitive

A market structure characterized by a large number of small firms, a homogeneous product, free entry and exit, and perfect information.

ATC

Average Total Cost, which is the total cost per unit of output produced, calculated by dividing the total cost by the quantity of output.

Marginal Cost

Marginal cost refers to the additional total cost incurred from the production of an extra unit of a good or service.

Average Cost

The total cost divided by the quantity produced, reflecting the per-unit cost of production.