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If the lice were seen on the dead body it would indicate that death has occurred within__________ days?

Correct answer: D. Three to six

  • A. One to two
  • B. Two to Three
  • C. Two to Four
  • D. Three to six

Explanation

The presence of lice on a corpse is used as an approximate indication that death occurred about three to six days earlier. Such insect-based estimates are affected by environmental conditions, so they are not exact.

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