Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns?

  1. Whorls

  2. Arches

  3. Loops

  4. Spirals


Correct Option: D

AI Explanation

To answer this question, you need to understand the three basic types of fingerprint patterns. Let's go through each option to understand why it is correct or incorrect:

Option A) Whorls - This option is correct because whorls are one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns. Whorls are characterized by circular or spiral ridges.

Option B) Arches - This option is correct because arches are one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns. Arches are characterized by ridges that enter from one side and exit on the other side with a rise or wave in the center.

Option C) Loops - This option is correct because loops are one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns. Loops are characterized by ridges that enter from one side, curve around, and exit from the same side.

Option D) Spirals - This option is incorrect because spirals are not one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns. Spirals are not typically used to categorize fingerprints.

The correct answer is D) Spirals. This option is incorrect because spirals are not one of the three basic types of fingerprint patterns.

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