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Which characteristic is the most common to least common: arch, whorl, loop?

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The most common to least common fingerprint characteristics are loop, whorl, arch.

Step-by-step explanation:

In terms of fingerprint patterns, the most common to least common characteristic is loop, whorl, arch. A loop is the most common fingerprint pattern, accounting for about 60-70% of all fingerprints. Whorls are the second most common, accounting for approximately 25-35% of fingerprints. Lastly, arches are the least common, making up only about 5-10% of fingerprints.

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