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Ryan discovered a body of a hiker in a dense forest. Analysis shows considerable insect activity on and around the body and swelling to the victim’s abdomen. What can he determine about the hiker?

A.
The victim died less than two hours ago.

B.
The victim was a victim of homicide.

C.
The victim has been dead for less than a day.

D.
The victim has been dead for at least four days.

User Myrddin Krustowski
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4 days as the organs turn to liquid and the body bloats, I’d have to say the abdomen would be the least visible thing showing that the body has already passed days ago,
D would be your answer :)
User Tim Merrifield
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