Which of the Following Statements Represents Correctly How DNA Evidence

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements represents correctly how DNA evidence was received in U.S. courts?

• A) The courts have embraced DNA analysis as a scientifically sound and proven technique.
• B) DNA analysis was subjected to much more scrutiny in the courts compared to other commonly used methods like fingerprint analysis.
• C) The courts have first embraced DNA but then it fell out of favor and was replaced by more scientifically sound methods.
• D) DNA has never been fully accepted by the courts because a lot of doubts remain in its scientific validity and relevance.

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Definitions:

Analyzing Artifacts

The examination and study of objects made by humans in the past to understand historical cultures and societies.

Genetic Analyses

The study of DNA sequences to understand genetic variations and relationships among individuals or species.

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