Many Forensic Laboratories Have Had Problems Associated with Analysis of DNA

question 10

Multiple Choice

Many forensic laboratories have had problems associated with analysis of DNA evidence. One of the major problems identified was

• A) Backlog because of overwhelming amount of evidence.
• B) Lab personnel taking shortcuts.
• C) Both a and b.
• D) None of the above.

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Definitions:

William Foote Whyte

An American sociologist best known for his work in urban ethnography and studies of social organization.

Survey

A method of research involving the collection of data from a predefined group of respondents to gain information and insights on various topics of interest.

Going Native

A term used in anthropology to describe a researcher becoming overly involved and assimilated into the culture being studied, potentially biasing the findings.

Participant Observation

A research method in anthropology and sociology where the researcher immerses themselves in the community being studied to gather data.