One of the most important purposes of physical evidence is to establish the identity of the suspect or victim.
(a) true
(b) false

True.

Explanation:  For most court members, the interest in collecting detainees' DNA is as legitimate as the practice of taking pictures and collecting fingerprints. In rejecting the view that the practice is an illegal practice, the five magistrates argued that the collection of genetic material is justified in establishing the identity of the person in custody.

the old way of life was represented by superstition, an angry god, and absolute submission to authority. the thinkers of the age of reason ushered in a new way of thinking. this new way championed the accomplishments of humankind. individuals did not have to accept despair. science and reason could bring happiness and progress. kings did not rule by divine right. they had an obligation to their subjects. europeans pondered the implications for nearly a century. americans put them into practice first.