When using reference points to measure the position of a crime scene object (such as a bloody knife found on the sidewalk), which of the items below would you use to measure its location?
A) A fire hydrant.
B) A signal light post.
C) A parked vehicle.
D) All of the above.
E) Choices 'a' and 'b' are correct.

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A fire hydrant and signal light post are both stationary and easily identifiable reference points that can be used to accurately measure the location of a crime scene object. A parked vehicle may not always be stationary and identifiable, and may also be moved or leave the scene, making it a less reliable reference point.

When Using Reference Points to Measure the Position of a Crime