Forensics Science Vocab Quiz 1

Analytical Skill

• the ability to identify a concept or problem, isolate its component parts, organize information for decision making, establish criteria for evaluation, and draw appropriate conclusions

Deductive Reasoning

• deriving a conclusion from the facts using a series of logical steps

eyewitness

a person who has seen someone or something related to a crime and can communicate their observations

fact

•  a statement or information that can be verified

forensic science

• using science to help resolve legal matters

hypothesis

a possible explanation of a question or problem based on prior knowledge or observation

logical

• based on clear reasoning of the facts

observation

• what a person perceives using their senses

opinion

• personal belief founded on judgment rather than on direct experience or knowledge

perception

• the brain’s interpretation of a situation based on opinions, judgment, and personal experiences