Question

biology nord ic qtr b continuous learning center - credit bearing (tutor)
consequences of dna technology
comparing costs and benefits of dna technologies
forensics uses dna technology to identify individuals. dna technology can be used to solve crimes or resolve paternity
cases.
what is a benefit of using dna technology in forensics?
mishandled dna samples
can be contaminated.
the need for law
enforcement investigators
will decrease.
wrongful convictions may
be overturned.
a backlog of untested dna
samples may emerge.

Explanation:

DNA technology in forensics helps in identifying individuals accurately. When there are wrongful convictions, DNA evidence can be re - examined. If new DNA analysis techniques or more accurate testing is available, it can prove that a person was wrongly convicted. This is a positive outcome (benefit) of using DNA technology.

• Mishandled DNA samples being contaminated is a cost (negative aspect) as it can lead to inaccurate results.
• The need for law enforcement investigators decreasing is not a direct benefit. Law enforcement still needs trained personnel for various aspects of an investigation even with DNA technology.
• A backlog of untested DNA samples is a negative (cost) as it means justice is delayed.

Answer:

Wrongful convictions may be overturned.