911 Operator Test 911 Operator Test Radio Communications and Dispatch Protocols

Question 1

What does the radio code '10-4' typically mean in dispatch communications?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledged/Message received

Answer

Officer needs assistance

Answer

Disregard last transmission

Answer

Return to headquarters

Question 2

What is the NATO phonetic alphabet word for the letter 'A'?

Accepted Answer

Alpha

Answer

Apple

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Able

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Arrow

Question 3

What does '10-20' typically mean in police radio codes?

Accepted Answer

Location

Answer

Officer down

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Robbery in progress

Answer

All clear

Question 4

What is the PRIMARY purpose of using a phonetic alphabet during radio transmissions?

Accepted Answer

To ensure letters are clearly understood despite noise or static

Answer

To communicate faster than normal speech

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To keep transmissions confidential

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To follow federal radio regulations

Question 5

What does '10-33' typically mean in many US dispatch systems?

Accepted Answer

Emergency — all units clear the channel

Answer

Traffic stop in progress

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Officer on meal break

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Unit is off duty

Question 6

When a dispatcher says 'stand by' to a caller, what should the caller do?

Accepted Answer

Remain on the line and wait

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Hang up and call back in one minute

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Dial a non-emergency number instead

Answer

Speak louder so the dispatcher can hear