- The investigation uses blood spatter analysis to determine the height from which blood droplets fell.
- Bloodstains A-J are shown with corresponding heights ranging from 3 ft. to 13 ft., indicating that as the fall height increases, the diameter of the bloodstain also increases.
- To solve the case, measure the diameter of each bloodstain (A-J) in millimeters using a ruler.
- Record each measurement in the provided table under the “DIAMETER” column.
- Match each measured diameter to the closest corresponding height listed on the guide (e.g., a stain matching the size at 5 ft. corresponds to that height).
- Use this data to determine whether the blood stains originated from squirrels or from Mr. Leshank’s wife, based on the calculated fall heights and the context of the garage scene.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of blood spatter worksheet.