Evidence Collection & Analysis Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a baseline EMF reading taken before an investigation begins?
Answer: To establish normal electromagnetic levels so anomalies can be identified by comparison
Baseline EMF readings document the location's normal electromagnetic environment, making genuine spikes detectable as deviations.
Which of the following would LEAST likely be considered credible paranormal evidence under standard CPI methodology?
Answer: A single photograph of an orb taken indoors near a dusty surface
A single orb photo near dust is easily explained by particulate contamination and lacks the corroboration needed for credible evidence.
What does 'triangulation of evidence' mean in paranormal investigation?
Answer: Cross-referencing multiple independent evidence types to support a conclusion
Triangulation means corroborating findings across multiple evidence types (audio, video, sensor data) to increase confidence in a conclusion.
An investigator uses audio editing software to increase the volume on a quiet section of a recording. What risk does this introduce?
Answer: Amplification can also raise background noise, potentially creating false EVPs
Amplifying quiet audio raises the noise floor, and pareidolia can cause investigators to hear voices in what is actually amplified static.
Which type of video camera footage is most useful for capturing thermal anomalies associated with paranormal claims?
Answer: Thermal imaging (FLIR) camera footage
Thermal imaging cameras detect heat signatures, making them the appropriate tool for documenting temperature anomalies linked to paranormal claims.
Why is it important to note the moon phase and weather conditions in an investigation report?
Answer: Environmental conditions can affect equipment performance and influence natural explanations for anomalies
Humidity, barometric pressure, and geomagnetic activity from solar/lunar cycles can affect sensor readings and should be documented as potential natural variables.
An investigator finds historical death records matching a client's reported haunting. How should this information be used?
Answer: Used to build contextual background, but not treated as evidence of current paranormal phenomena
Historical research provides context and may explain client experiences, but past events alone do not constitute evidence of current paranormal activity.