The most common type of fingerprint is: (A) Loop, (B) Arch, (C) Composite, (D) Whorl
Answer is A. (Loop) (2.15-P)* According to Quetlets Rules* Commonest is loop (67%) and least is composite (1-2%)* Order - Loop >Whorl (25%) >Arches (6-7%) > Composite* For the purpose of primary classification of criminal work. Arches are included under loops and composites under whorls.