A police officer is investigating a robbery. The stolen vehicle that was used in the crime has been located. During a careful search for fingerprints using only a flashlight and careful observation, a latent print is clearly visible on the car door handle. What should the officer do first?

A) Apply fingerprint powder to the print, then photograph it.
B) Photograph the print before attempts are made to develop it.
C) Apply powder, then lift the print.
D) Use iodine fuming to develop the print, then photograph it.


Answer: B

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