Forensic medicine – MCQ 33 – Fingerprint patterns

The most common pattern of fingerprint is:
A. Arch
B. Loop
C. Whorl
D. Composite

Correct answer : B. Loop

Fingerprint patterns and their relative frequency:

• Loop – 67%
• Whorls – 25%
• Arches – 6-7%
• Composite – 1-2%