Final answer:
Option D, a small body of fire with little contents burned, is the correct answer as it is the least indicative of the use of flammable accelerants when compared to the other options which suggest accelerant use.
Step-by-step explanation:
The student's question is asking about indicators of flammable accelerants in fire investigations. When investigating the cause of a fire, forensics experts look for specific signs that might indicate the use of accelerants. Among the options presented:
- A: Charring of the floor or low burn marks on walls, doors, or under the door which suggest a fire that started low to the ground - commonly seen with accelerant use.
- B: Char in broken patterns or "puddle-like" circle burns on the floor can indicate the presence of poured accelerants.
- C: Low burning and deep charring are also indicative of a fire that had an accelerant to sustain it.
- D: A small body of fire with little contents burned does not necessarily suggest the use of accelerants and can occur in fires that start from a limited ignition source without additional fuels.
Therefore, option D is the answer to the question as it is the least indicative of the use of flammable accelerants.