When taking finger impressions, how should the hand be positioned for best results?

When taking finger impressions, the hand should be rotated from the difficult to the easy position to achieve the best results. This technique allows for a more natural sweep of the finger across the ink pad or impression surface, minimizing distortion and ensuring that all the fingerprint ridges are captured clearly.

The process involves starting with the more challenging angles and gradually moving towards the easier positions, which helps in reducing strain on the hand and allows for smoother motion. This method fosters better contact between the finger and the impression surface, resulting in clearer and more complete prints.

In contrast, maintaining a neutral position may not provide the best angles for capturing the intricate details of fingerprints, while holding the hand straight without movement could lead to incomplete impressions. Rotating from easy to difficult could also result in capturing less detail, as the more complex positions might not yield the same quality of impression as starting from the difficult and easing into the easier positions.