Which of the following is NOT a listed fingerprint pattern type?

• A. Arch Loop
• B. Whorl
• C. Central Pocket
• D. Divergence

Answer: (D)

Fingerprint patterns are grouped into three broad categories: arches, loops, and whorls. Within whorls you’ll find subtypes like plain whorl, central pocket whorl, double loop, and accidental whorl. Since a central pocket is a recognized sub-type of whorl, it is indeed a listed fingerprint pattern type.

Divergence isn’t used to describe any fingerprint pattern type in standard classification. It doesn’t appear in the usual catalogs of arches, loops, or whorls, so it wouldn’t be considered a listed pattern type.