You are the scientific consultant for a television show about forensic analysis. In an upcoming episode, investigators will compare the DNA of a suspect and a DNA sample collected from the victim's fingernails. You are to write up a brief explanation of the technique required for comparing the DNA. Which technique should you explain?

A. fluorescent in situ hybridization
B. RT-PCR
C. RNAi
D. DNA fingerprinting


Answer: D

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