A ________ is a drawing that represents the crime scene and supplements photography by considering distances between points.

• A. Sketch
• B. Legend
• C. Projection Sketch
• D. Perspective Sketch - Three Dimensional

Answer: (A)

A sketch serves as a simple drawing of the scene that records where things are in relation to each other, including the distances between key points. This makes it a practical companion to photographs, because photos show angles and lighting but not always precise spatial relationships or scale. A well-made sketch lays out the layout—where walls, doors, furniture, and evidence sit relative to fixed features—and includes measurements, turning the visual into a usable layout for analysis and reconstruction. Legends only explain symbols, so they don’t depict the scene itself. Projection sketches and perspective sketches are more specialized: projection sketches focus on translating distances through projection methods, and perspective sketches emphasize depth, which can distort actual measurements. The general sketch is the best fit for conveying the scene and the distances clearly and accurately.