To which phase of the Computer Forensics Investigation Process does the Planning and Budgeting of a Forensics Lab belong?

The correct answer is C. Pre-investigation Phase. The pre-investigation phase encompasses all preparatory work done before any case is assigned, including setting up the forensics lab, planning its layout, budgeting for hardware/software/tools, building the investigation team, and establishing policies and procedures. This…

Submitted by fernanda_arg· Apr 18, 2026Computer Forensics Investigation Process

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APost-investigation Phase
BReporting Phase
CPre-investigation Phase
DInvestigation Phase

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B
4% (2)
C
94% (47)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

The pre-investigation phase encompasses all preparatory work done before any case is assigned, including setting up the forensics lab, planning its layout, budgeting for hardware/software/tools, building the investigation team, and establishing policies and procedures. This infrastructure must exist before an investigation can begin. The investigation phase involves actual case work, and the post-investigation phase covers reporting and evidence disposition.

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