APCAT Alberta Police Cognitive Ability Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: An officer completing a PPSC noted that on October 3rd, a grey 2022 Honda Civic, VIN 2HGFE2F57NH604827, registered to Tanya Blum of Red Deer, was flagged as associated with an active fraud investigation. The vehicle had last been seen in the Beltline neighbourhood of Calgary. The officer was instructed to note the vehicle's location if observed but to take no enforcement action. What type of investigation was the vehicle associated with?

A stolen vehicle investigation
An active fraud investigation (Correct answer)
An active drug trafficking investigation
A missing persons investigation

Correct answer: An active fraud investigation

The passage states the vehicle was flagged as associated with an active fraud investigation.

Question 2: Sergeant Liu filed a use-of-force report following an arrest at 1200 Centre Street N. The subject, Amara Osei, 31, had refused verbal commands and adopted an aggressive stance. Sergeant Liu deployed a CEW after the subject reached toward her waistband. Osei fell and struck her head on the pavement, resulting in a minor scalp laceration. EMS was called. Osei was later charged with obstructing a peace officer. What did Osei do before adopting an aggressive stance?

She struck a bystander
She attempted to flee northbound
She displayed a weapon
She refused verbal commands (Correct answer)

Correct answer: She refused verbal commands

The passage states Osei refused verbal commands and then adopted an aggressive stance.

Question 3: Which word is spelled correctly?

Seperate
Recieve
Supercede
Accommodate (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Accommodate

'Accommodate' is the correct spelling, with double 'c' and double 'm.'

Question 4: Patrol officers were dispatched to a domestic disturbance at Unit 412, 88 Cougar Ridge Drive SW at 19:08. Upon arrival they spoke with Ingrid Sorensen, 45, who had a bruise forming under her left eye. Ingrid stated her husband, Frank Sorensen, 48, had struck her during an argument over finances. Frank was located in the attached garage. Frank denied striking Ingrid and claimed she had fallen. Photographs of Ingrid's injury were taken. Frank was arrested and held for a bail hearing. What was the subject of the argument, according to Ingrid?

A dispute about childcare
A conflict over Frank's employment
An argument over finances (Correct answer)
A disagreement about property

Correct answer: An argument over finances

Ingrid stated the argument that preceded the assault was over finances.

Question 5: You observe a supervisor telling a junior officer to falsify the time on an incident report to cover up a response delay. What is the most appropriate action?

Refuse to falsify the report and report the supervisor's direction through appropriate channels (Correct answer)
Follow the supervisor's instructions — rank must be respected
Do nothing as it is not your report
Falsify the report but anonymously report it later

Correct answer: Refuse to falsify the report and report the supervisor's direction through appropriate channels

Falsifying official records is a criminal offence. You have a professional and legal duty to refuse and to report the direction.

Question 6: You observe a fellow officer writing a report that contains information you know to be false. What is the most appropriate action?

Alter your own report to match theirs
Report it anonymously without speaking to the officer
Stay out of it to maintain team cohesion
Speak to the officer directly first, and if unresolved, report it to a supervisor (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Speak to the officer directly first, and if unresolved, report it to a supervisor

Directly addressing the issue first allows for correction while escalating to a supervisor ensures accountability if the officer refuses.

Question 7: Identify the sentence with an error in verb tense consistency.

The constable will approach the vehicle and request identification.
The constable approached the vehicle and asked the driver for identification.
The constable had approached the vehicle before backup arrived.
The constable approached the vehicle and asks the driver for identification. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The constable approached the vehicle and asks the driver for identification.

Mixing past tense 'approached' with present tense 'asks' creates an inconsistent and incorrect verb tense shift.

Question 8: Using the same passage: Which direction did the male in the red jacket flee?

South
North (Correct answer)
West
East

Correct answer: North

The passage states the male fled 'north on foot'.

Question 9: An officer is the first to arrive at a chaotic multi-vehicle collision on a busy highway. One vehicle is on fire, an occupant of another car is lying on the road with a visible injury, and traffic is beginning to back up, creating a secondary hazard. What is the officer's most critical and immediate priority?

Immediately begin directing traffic to prevent further collisions.
Attempt to extinguish the vehicle fire using the patrol car's fire extinguisher.
Secure the scene to protect human life, including the injured person and first responders. (Correct answer)
Start gathering witness statements before memories begin to fade.

Correct answer: Secure the scene to protect human life, including the injured person and first responders.

The highest priority in any critical incident is the preservation of human life. Securing the scene involves creating a safe area for first responders to work, attending to the injured, and preventing further harm from the fire or oncoming traffic. While directing traffic and fighting the fire are important, they are components of the overarching goal of securing the scene for life safety.

Question 10: An officer observes a parked car with the engine running. The licence plate reads 7KLP-299. The vehicle is a blue two-door sedan. The officer is later asked for the plate number. Which is correct?

7KLP-299 (Correct answer)
7KPL-299
7KLP-929
7LKP-299

Correct answer: 7KLP-299

The correct plate is 7KLP-299 as observed.

Question 11: Which term refers to intentional false communication that harms a person's reputation, specifically in written form?

Slander
Perjury
Libel (Correct answer)
Defamation

Correct answer: Libel

Libel is written defamation — false statements published in written or printed form that damage a person's reputation.

Question 12: Officer Reyes documented a break-and-enter at 4418 Crowchild Trail NW. The point of entry was a smashed rear window. Items reported stolen included a laptop computer, a watch valued at $2,400, and $340 in cash. The homeowner, Mr. Duval, stated he had been away from 09:00 to 17:30. Neighbours reported hearing glass breaking around 13:00. At approximately what time did neighbours hear glass breaking?

17:30
13:00 (Correct answer)
14:15
09:00

Correct answer: 13:00

The passage states neighbours reported hearing glass breaking around 13:00.

Question 13: While patrolling, you notice a child alone and crying near a busy road. The child cannot say where their parents are. What is your first action?

Leave the child and continue patrol, expecting a parent to return
Ensure the child's immediate safety, attempt to locate parents, and contact child protective services if needed (Correct answer)
Take the child to the police station immediately without attempting to locate parents
Ask nearby bystanders to watch the child while you continue patrol

Correct answer: Ensure the child's immediate safety, attempt to locate parents, and contact child protective services if needed

The child's safety is the immediate priority, followed by systematic efforts to reunite them with parents and involving child services if necessary.

Question 14: A patrol grid is 5 rows by 5 columns. An officer starts at the top-left corner (row 1, column 1) and moves to row 3, column 4. How many grid squares has the officer moved?

8
7
6
5 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 5

The officer moved 2 rows down and 3 columns right: 2 + 3 = 5 grid squares.

Question 15: Identify the sentence containing a dangling participle.

Walking to the station, the rain began to fall. (Correct answer)
Exhausted from the shift, the officer sat down.
After reviewing the report, the sergeant approved it.
Having finished the interview, the detective closed his notebook.

Correct answer: Walking to the station, the rain began to fall.

In option B, the participial phrase 'Walking to the station' illogically modifies 'the rain' rather than a person.

Question 16: A constable is reviewing use-of-force policy. The policy states: 'Force may only be used when a subject poses an immediate threat AND verbal commands have been attempted AND failed.' A constable encounters a subject who is threatening a bystander with a knife and ignoring all verbal commands. Is use of force authorized?

No, because only one of the three conditions is confirmed
Yes, but only if a supervisor approves first
No, because the threat must be directed at the officer, not a bystander
Yes, because all three conditions are met (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Yes, because all three conditions are met

All three conditions in the policy are satisfied: (1) the subject poses an immediate threat (knife threatening a bystander), (2) verbal commands were attempted, and (3) they failed as the subject is ignoring them. The policy does not restrict 'immediate threat' to threats directed only at the officer.

Question 17: Read the following internal announcement: 'The transition to the new digital Records Management System (RMS) will commence on the first of next month. All sworn members are required to complete the mandatory 4-hour e-learning module on the new system prior to this date. This new platform integrates several functions and is expected to significantly reduce administrative time. While a brief adaptation period is anticipated, the long-term benefits of streamlined workflow and improved data accuracy are substantial. Supervisors will hold brief Q&A sessions during each platoon's briefing in the final week of this month.' Which of the following best summarizes the main purpose of this passage?

To argue that the old records system is inefficient and outdated.
To detail the technical specifications of the new RMS platform.
To inform officers about the upcoming RMS transition and its requirements. (Correct answer)
To announce the specific schedule for supervisor Q&A sessions.

Correct answer: To inform officers about the upcoming RMS transition and its requirements.

The passage's primary goal is to inform officers about the new system, what they need to do to prepare (training), when it is happening, and what the expected benefits are. The other options refer to minor details or are inferences, not the main purpose of the announcement.

Question 18: You are the first officer to arrive at the scene of a multi-vehicle accident on a busy highway. There are several injured people, and traffic is backing up, creating a hazard. Which of the following actions should be your immediate priority?

Begin interviewing uninjured witnesses to get a detailed account of the accident.
Start directing traffic to prevent further collisions.
Assess the scene for hazards and quickly perform triage on the injured to identify the most critical patients. (Correct answer)
Secure all vehicles involved to preserve evidence for the accident investigation.

Correct answer: Assess the scene for hazards and quickly perform triage on the injured to identify the most critical patients.

In an emergency situation with multiple casualties (an MCI), the first responder's primary duty is the preservation of life. This involves a rapid assessment of the entire scene for ongoing dangers (like fuel leaks) and then performing triage to determine the severity of injuries. This ensures that the most critically injured individuals receive attention first when medical help arrives. While directing traffic and gathering witness statements are important, they are secondary to rendering aid and ensuring the safety of those on scene.

Question 19: An officer documents a scene with the following details: victim lying face-up, right arm extended toward the door, left shoe missing, wallet open and empty on the floor 1.2 meters to the right of the body. What does the position of the victim's arm most likely suggest?

The victim was attempting to reach the door (Correct answer)
The victim was dragged into the room
The victim's arm was moved post-mortem
The victim was thrown backward

Correct answer: The victim was attempting to reach the door

An arm extended toward a door is consistent with a person attempting to crawl or reach toward an exit, suggesting a final effort to escape.

Question 20: Identify the sentence with a subject-verb agreement error.

Each of the officers was trained in first aid.
The list of stolen items were submitted to the detective. (Correct answer)
Neither the sergeant nor the constables were available.
Both suspects have prior convictions.

Correct answer: The list of stolen items were submitted to the detective.

The subject 'list' is singular, so the verb should be 'was submitted,' not 'were submitted.'

Question 21: A witness describes a suspect as: male, approximately 6'1", wearing a red jacket, dark jeans, white sneakers, and a baseball cap. An officer then sees four men nearby. Which matching feature should be prioritized first?

Jeans color
Shoe color
Height and red jacket together (Correct answer)
Baseball cap color

Correct answer: Height and red jacket together

Height combined with a distinctive clothing color narrows the field fastest; single common features like cap or jeans color appear on many individuals.

Question 22: An officer is writing a report and realizes she recorded the wrong licence plate. The report has not yet been submitted. What should she do?

Submit the report as-is to meet the deadline
Ask a supervisor to submit the report on her behalf
Submit the report and correct it later verbally
Correct the error before submitting the report (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Correct the error before submitting the report

Errors in an unsubmitted report should be corrected before submission to ensure accuracy and integrity of official records.

Question 23: While writing an occurrence report, an officer must accurately recall a suspect's clothing. The officer observed the suspect for approximately 8 seconds under a streetlight. Which factor most limits the reliability of this recall?

Whether the officer took notes immediately
The type of streetlight used
The officer's training level
The brief duration of observation (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The brief duration of observation

Short observation duration is the primary limiting factor because insufficient time prevents encoding of complete visual details into memory.

Question 24: During a traffic stop, an officer notes the following about the driver: male, mid-40s, beard with grey streaks, glasses with black frames, wearing a red plaid shirt, tattoo of an anchor on his right forearm. The officer is later asked to describe the glasses frames. What colour are they?

Silver
Tortoiseshell
Black (Correct answer)
Brown

Correct answer: Black

The officer noted the glasses had black frames.

Question 25: Read the following passage and answer the question below. Passage: "Community-Oriented Policing (COP) is a strategy that focuses on building ties and working closely with members of the community. The primary philosophy is that police and the public should be partners in the effort to control crime and maintain order. A key element of COP is the decentralization of police command, allowing officers to become familiar with their assigned neighborhoods and the residents within them. This approach contrasts with traditional policing models, which are often reactive and incident-driven. Instead of just responding to calls for service, COP officers are encouraged to engage in proactive problem-solving to address the root causes of crime and social disorder." Which of the following is a core principle of Community-Oriented Policing according to the text?

Centralized command structure for efficient response.
Minimizing officer familiarity with specific neighborhoods.
Partnership between the police and the public. (Correct answer)
A reactive, incident-driven approach to crime.

Correct answer: Partnership between the police and the public.

The passage explicitly states, 'The primary philosophy is that police and the public should be partners in the effort to control crime and maintain order.' This identifies the partnership as a core principle. The other options describe traditional policing models or are in direct contradiction to the text.

Question 26: Which phrase correctly uses passive voice appropriately in a police report context?

The suspect hit the person.
The person got punched.
The suspect punched the victim in the face.
The victim was struck in the face by the suspect. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The victim was struck in the face by the suspect.

Option B is precise, formal, and appropriate — specifying location of injury and perpetrator.

Question 27: An officer draws a sketch of a crime scene. If the front door faces south and the back window faces the opposite direction, which way does the back window face?

North (Correct answer)
West
East
South

Correct answer: North

Opposite of south is north, so the back window faces north.

Question 28: Of five officers — Peters, Quinn, Rossi, Singh, and Torres — exactly two are assigned to patrol duty. Peters and Quinn cannot both be on patrol. Singh is always on patrol. Which of the following must be true?

Torres is on patrol.
Peters is on patrol.
Quinn is on patrol.
Neither Peters nor Quinn is on patrol. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Neither Peters nor Quinn is on patrol.

Singh fills one patrol slot. Since Peters and Quinn cannot both be assigned, at most one of them fills the second slot — meaning they cannot both be on patrol, making D always true.

Question 29: An officer issues 6 tickets on Monday, 4 on Tuesday, 9 on Wednesday, and 5 on Thursday. What is the average number of tickets issued per day?

6 (Correct answer)
8
5
7

Correct answer: 6

(6 + 4 + 9 + 5) ÷ 4 = 24 ÷ 4 = 6 tickets per day.

Question 30: Read the following bulletin and answer the question. Be on the lookout for a silver 2019 Honda Civic, licence plate ABX-4721, last seen travelling eastbound on Stoney Trail at 08:45. Vehicle is associated with a reported theft. Driver described as male, early 30s, wearing a grey hoodie and dark jeans. What is the licence plate of the vehicle?

AXB-4721
ABX-4271
ABX-7421
ABX-4721 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: ABX-4721

The bulletin clearly states the licence plate is ABX-4721.

Question 31: An officer observes a parked car in a no-parking zone at 11:05 PM. The car's engine is running but no one is visible inside. The windows are completely fogged from the inside. What does the fogging most likely indicate?

The car's defroster is malfunctioning
The vehicle has a coolant leak
One or more people are inside the vehicle producing body heat (Correct answer)
It is an abandoned vehicle

Correct answer: One or more people are inside the vehicle producing body heat

Internal window fogging is caused by warm humid breath from occupants, strongly suggesting at least one person is inside the vehicle.

Question 32: Choose the sentence that contains an error in subject-verb agreement.

The evidence from the car, including fingerprints and fibers, is being analyzed.
Neither of the drivers admits fault for the collision.
A list of potential witnesses were submitted to the lead investigator. (Correct answer)
Every officer and sergeant has to complete the mandatory training.

Correct answer: A list of potential witnesses were submitted to the lead investigator.

The subject of this sentence is 'list' (singular), not 'witnesses'. Therefore, the verb should also be singular: 'was submitted'. The other sentences show correct subject-verb agreement ('evidence...is', 'Neither...admits', 'Every officer...has').

Question 33: A police unit has a budget of $4,800 for equipment. Body cameras cost $320 each and radios cost $160 each. If the unit buys 6 body cameras, how many radios can they purchase with the remaining budget?

21
15
18
12 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 12

6 body cameras cost 6 × $320 = $1,920. Remaining budget = $4,800 − $1,920 = $2,880. Number of radios = $2,880 ÷ $160 = 18. Wait — recalculating: $2,880 / $160 = 18. The correct answer is 18.

Question 34: Officer Reyes documented a break-and-enter at 4418 Crowchild Trail NW. The point of entry was a smashed rear window. Items reported stolen included a laptop computer, a watch valued at $2,400, and $340 in cash. The homeowner, Mr. Duval, stated he had been away from 09:00 to 17:30. Neighbours reported hearing glass breaking around 13:00. Based on the passage, what was the reported value of the stolen watch?

$2,740
$2,400 (Correct answer)
$1,200
$340

Correct answer: $2,400

The passage specifically states the watch was valued at $2,400.

Question 35: Read the following excerpt from a property seizure log: 'Item 04A: one (1) black Dell laptop, serial #J8G5T2. Item 04B: one (1) charging cable for laptop. Item 04C: one (1) grey wireless mouse, Logitech brand. Item 04D: one (1) spiral notebook, red cover, approx. 100 pages.' Which of the following statements is an accurate representation of the log?

A black spiral notebook was logged as evidence.
The Dell laptop's serial number is J8G5T2. (Correct answer)
A red Logitech mouse was seized.
Item 04B was a wireless charging cable.

Correct answer: The Dell laptop's serial number is J8G5T2.

This statement directly and accurately reflects the information logged for Item 04A. The other choices contain inaccuracies: the mouse was grey, not red; the notebook was red, not black; and the charging cable was not specified as wireless.

Question 36: Using the same passage: What was taken from the residence?

A laptop, two watches, and $200 cash (Correct answer)
A tablet, two watches, and $200 cash
A laptop, two watches, and $120 cash
A laptop, three watches, and $200 cash

Correct answer: A laptop, two watches, and $200 cash

The passage states a laptop, two watches, and $200 cash were taken.

Question 37: During a search authorized by warrant, you find evidence of a crime not listed in the warrant. What should you do?

Note its location, leave it in place, and seek an additional warrant if needed (Correct answer)
Ignore it since the warrant does not cover it
Remove it and decide later whether to document it
Seize it immediately without any further steps

Correct answer: Note its location, leave it in place, and seek an additional warrant if needed

Plain view doctrine may allow seizure in some circumstances, but noting the item and seeking proper authorization ensures evidence is lawfully obtained.

Question 38: Study the following two alphanumeric sequences. How many characters are different between them? Sequence 1: 8GHY45TR1P0L. Sequence 2: 8GHY4S TRIPL.

One
Three (Correct answer)
Four
Two

Correct answer: Three

Comparing the two sequences character by character reveals three differences. The '5' in the first sequence is an 'S' in the second. The '1' in the first is an 'I' in the second. The '0' in the first is an 'O' in the second. The final 'L' is the same in both.

Question 39: An officer completing a PPSC noted that on October 3rd, a grey 2022 Honda Civic, VIN 2HGFE2F57NH604827, registered to Tanya Blum of Red Deer, was flagged as associated with an active fraud investigation. The vehicle had last been seen in the Beltline neighbourhood of Calgary. The officer was instructed to note the vehicle's location if observed but to take no enforcement action. In which Calgary neighbourhood had the vehicle last been observed?

Kensington
Inglewood
Beltline (Correct answer)
Sunalta

Correct answer: Beltline

The passage states the vehicle had last been seen in the Beltline neighbourhood of Calgary.

Question 40: A police precinct has 48 officers. If 1/3 are on day shift, 1/4 are on evening shift, and the rest are on night shift, how many officers are on night shift?

24
12
20 (Correct answer)
16

Correct answer: 20

Day: 48/3 = 16; Evening: 48/4 = 12; Night: 48 - 16 - 12 = 20.

Question 41: Which sentence is written in the active voice and is most appropriate for a clear, direct police report?

After a brief struggle, the suspect was subdued.
A warning for speeding was issued to the driver by Constable McKay.
Constable Evans interviewed the witness at the scene. (Correct answer)
The firearm was located by the officer under the driver's seat.

Correct answer: Constable Evans interviewed the witness at the scene.

This sentence is in the active voice because the subject, 'Constable Evans,' is performing the action of the verb ('interviewed'). The other options are in the passive voice, where the subject of the sentence is receiving the action (e.g., 'The firearm was located...'). Active voice is generally preferred for police reports because it is more direct and clearly states who performed the action.

Question 42: While writing an incident report, dispatch advises of a nearby break-and-enter alarm activation at a jewelry store. There are no other units available. What should the officer do?

Finish the report first since paperwork has legal deadlines
Respond to the alarm and complete the report afterward (Correct answer)
Ignore the alarm since it is likely false
Ask dispatch to hold the call until the report is done

Correct answer: Respond to the alarm and complete the report afterward

An active alarm indicating a possible crime in progress requires immediate field response; the report can be completed afterward.

Question 43: Using the same BOLO bulletin: What type of vehicle was described?

2019 Silver Honda Civic (Correct answer)
2019 Silver Toyota Corolla
2019 Grey Honda Civic
2019 Silver Honda Accord

Correct answer: 2019 Silver Honda Civic

The bulletin describes a silver 2019 Honda Civic.

Question 44: Using the same collision passage: What colour was the Ford F-150?

Silver
Blue
Red (Correct answer)
White

Correct answer: Red

The passage describes the Ford F-150 as red.

Question 45: Which information should be recorded when examining a crime scene?

Time of day
All of the above (Correct answer)
Type of weather
Physical description of suspects

Correct answer: All of the above

A thorough crime scene examination requires meticulous documentation of all potentially relevant details. This includes recording physical descriptions of suspects, the precise time of day, and environmental conditions like the type of weather. Documenting 'all of the above' ensures a comprehensive record, crucial for accurate reconstruction of events and effective evidence analysis.

Question 46: Which sentence correctly uses a colon?

The suspect had three priors: assault, theft, and fraud. (Correct answer)
The report included: the time, the location, and the description.
Officers recovered: a knife, a wallet, and a phone.
The detective noted that: the alibi was inconsistent.

Correct answer: The suspect had three priors: assault, theft, and fraud.

A colon correctly introduces a list after a complete independent clause; the clause before the colon must be complete on its own.

Question 47: Read the following and answer the question. 'Verbal de-escalation techniques are an essential part of modern policing. By using a calm tone, neutral language, and active listening, officers can often reduce tension without resorting to physical force. De-escalation protects both officers and individuals in crisis.' According to the passage, which of the following is a verbal de-escalation technique?

Calling for backup before engaging
Using a calm tone and active listening (Correct answer)
Issuing commands in a firm, loud voice
Physically restraining the individual immediately

Correct answer: Using a calm tone and active listening

The passage lists calm tone, neutral language, and active listening as verbal de-escalation techniques.

Question 48: Which term describes entering a building illegally with the intent to commit a crime?

Burglary (Correct answer)
Vandalism
Loitering
Trespassing

Correct answer: Burglary

Burglary is defined as unlawfully entering a structure with the intent to commit a crime inside, regardless of whether the crime is completed.

Question 49: Which of the following is a compound-complex sentence?

Running after the suspect, the officer slipped.
Although the suspect fled, the officer caught him, and the case was closed. (Correct answer)
She interviewed the witness, and he provided key details.
The officer filed the report.

Correct answer: Although the suspect fled, the officer caught him, and the case was closed.

A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and one dependent clause, as seen in option C.

Question 50: You are dispatched to a report of a break-and-enter in progress. When you arrive, the front door is open but you see no one inside. What is the most appropriate action?

Call the homeowner before entering
Secure the perimeter, wait for backup, and then conduct a systematic search (Correct answer)
Enter and search the premises immediately alone
Assume the intruder has left and do a quick walk-through alone

Correct answer: Secure the perimeter, wait for backup, and then conduct a systematic search

Securing the perimeter and waiting for backup protects officer safety during a potentially occupied building search.

Question 51: An officer spots graffiti tag on a wall that reads 'NW KINGS 47'. Records show a known gang uses the tag 'NW KINGS'. What is the significance of '47' in this context?

It may indicate the gang's street territory, member count, or a coded message (Correct answer)
It is the building's civic address
It confirms there are 47 members in the gang
It is likely a random number with no significance

Correct answer: It may indicate the gang's street territory, member count, or a coded message

Numbers appended to gang tags commonly reference street numbers, coded identifiers, or messages, and should be flagged for gang intelligence analysis.

Question 52: A driver you have stopped for speeding begins to cry and explains they are rushing to the hospital because a family member is critically ill. How should you respond?

Issue the full ticket without acknowledging the situation
Let them go without any record of the stop
Detain them until you verify their story
Verify the claim if possible, use discretion in your enforcement decision, and offer assistance such as an escort (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Verify the claim if possible, use discretion in your enforcement decision, and offer assistance such as an escort

Officers have discretion and can balance enforcement with compassion, including offering assistance in genuine emergencies.

Question 53: Officer Reyes documented a break-and-enter at 4418 Crowchild Trail NW. The point of entry was a smashed rear window. Items reported stolen included a laptop computer, a watch valued at $2,400, and $340 in cash. The homeowner, Mr. Duval, stated he had been away from 09:00 to 17:30. Neighbours reported hearing glass breaking around 13:00. What was the reported point of entry?

An unlocked side gate
A smashed rear window (Correct answer)
A forced front door
A broken skylight

Correct answer: A smashed rear window

The passage states the point of entry was a smashed rear window.

Question 54: A patrol officer makes the following observations: a child's red tricycle on the sidewalk in front of No. 6, a sprinkler running in the front yard of No. 10, a broken fence panel on the north side of No. 14, and a 'For Sale' sign in the window of No. 18. Which property has a broken fence panel?

No. 14 (Correct answer)
No. 6
No. 10
No. 18

Correct answer: No. 14

The officer's notes state the broken fence panel is at No. 14.

Question 55: While on patrol in a residential area, you observe a heated argument between two neighbors over a parking space. The argument is escalating, with raised voices and aggressive gestures. What is the most appropriate initial action to take?

Immediately separate the individuals and threaten arrest if they do not cooperate.
Request backup immediately and wait for other officers to arrive before approaching the individuals.
Observe from a distance and wait to see if the situation resolves on its own before intervening.
Casually approach, introduce yourself, and calmly ask what the disagreement is about to de-escalate the situation. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Casually approach, introduce yourself, and calmly ask what the disagreement is about to de-escalate the situation.

The most effective initial action is to de-escalate the situation. Approaching calmly, introducing yourself, and opening a line of communication demonstrates professionalism and control. This approach allows the officer to assess the situation while simultaneously lowering the tension. Immediate separation and threats can escalate the situation unnecessarily, while observing from a distance could allow the conflict to worsen. Requesting backup is premature unless there is an immediate threat of violence or weapons are visible.

Question 56: You are interviewing a witness to a robbery when dispatch advises of a vehicle pursuit passing through your area. What should you do?

Pause the interview, advise the witness, and assist with the pursuit if directed (Correct answer)
Ignore the pursuit as it is not your assigned call
Ask the witness to wait indefinitely while you assist
Continue the interview — leaving is unprofessional

Correct answer: Pause the interview, advise the witness, and assist with the pursuit if directed

An active pursuit is dangerous. You should pause the interview, advise the witness, and be available to assist if directed.

Question 57: Which word best replaces the underlined word? 'The detective's testimony was AMBIGUOUS, confusing the jury.'

detailed
accurate
vague (Correct answer)
clear

Correct answer: vague

'Vague' is the closest synonym to 'ambiguous,' both meaning unclear or open to more than one interpretation.

Question 58: Out of the four words, which one is misspelled?

Vehicle
Alcohol
Silencer
Pursuent (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Pursuent

To identify the misspelled word, each option must be checked for correct spelling. 'Alcohol', 'Silencer', and 'Vehicle' are all spelled correctly. 'Pursuent' is misspelled; the correct spelling is 'Pursuant'. Therefore, 'Pursuent' is the word that does not follow standard English spelling rules.

Question 59: You are at a community event in uniform and a citizen asks your personal opinion on a controversial local policing policy. How should you respond?

Explain the policy neutrally and suggest they direct concerns to community liaison officers or public forums (Correct answer)
Refuse to speak with the citizen at all
Share your personal opinion openly to build trust
Tell them to contact city council and walk away

Correct answer: Explain the policy neutrally and suggest they direct concerns to community liaison officers or public forums

Officers should remain neutral on controversial policies in public, redirecting citizens to appropriate channels for their concerns.

Question 60: You are first to arrive at the scene of a serious vehicle collision with injured persons. What is your immediate priority?

Request medical assistance and ensure scene safety (Correct answer)
Interview witnesses while waiting for paramedics
Secure evidence before anything else
Direct traffic away from the scene only

Correct answer: Request medical assistance and ensure scene safety

Life safety is the top priority; securing medical help and making the scene safe take precedence over investigation.

Question 61: A security code changes every hour using the rule: add 3 then multiply by 2. If the code starts at 4, what is the code after 2 hours?

22
36
34 (Correct answer)
32

Correct answer: 34

Hour 1: (4 + 3) × 2 = 14; Hour 2: (14 + 3) × 2 = 34.

Question 62: An officer is completing an observation checklist after attending a chaotic scene. The officer recalls seeing a red car, but is now unsure whether it had two or four doors. What is the best course of action?

Write 'four doors' as it is the most common configuration
Revisit the scene immediately to confirm
Write 'two or four doors — uncertain' and note the limitation (Correct answer)
Leave the field blank to avoid an inaccuracy

Correct answer: Write 'two or four doors — uncertain' and note the limitation

Documenting uncertainty honestly is essential in police reports; fabricating certainty or omitting detail both undermine report reliability.

Question 63: A complainant tells you they were assaulted but does not want to press charges. How should you proceed?

Press charges on behalf of the victim without their knowledge
Document the incident and explain that charging decisions rest with the Crown, not the victim (Correct answer)
Encourage the victim to drop the matter to keep statistics low
Close the file immediately since the victim does not want charges

Correct answer: Document the incident and explain that charging decisions rest with the Crown, not the victim

The decision to charge rests with the Crown, so the officer should document thoroughly and inform the complainant of the process.

Question 64: You are the only officer on shift when you receive simultaneous calls: a bank robbery in progress, a minor fender-bender blocking an intersection, a noise complaint, and a lost dog report. Which do you respond to first?

The fender-bender blocking traffic
The noise complaint because neighbors are most affected
The bank robbery in progress (Correct answer)
The lost dog report

Correct answer: The bank robbery in progress

A bank robbery in progress poses an immediate threat to human life and safety, making it the highest priority.

Question 65: Read the following excerpt and answer the question. 'A witness statement is considered reliable when it is consistent, detailed, and free from significant contradictions. However, reliability does not guarantee accuracy, as a witness may sincerely believe an incorrect account.' What conclusion can be drawn from this passage?

Consistency makes a statement both reliable and accurate
A reliable statement is always accurate
Contradictions always indicate dishonesty
A statement can be reliable yet still inaccurate (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A statement can be reliable yet still inaccurate

The passage explicitly states that reliability does not guarantee accuracy.

Question 66: Identify the sentence that uses the passive voice correctly.

The officer was arrested the suspect.
The report was filed by the detective before midnight. (Correct answer)
The evidence was carefully the technician collected.
The sergeant wrote was the incident report.

Correct answer: The report was filed by the detective before midnight.

Passive voice follows the pattern subject + 'to be' + past participle + 'by' + agent, as in option B.

Question 67: An officer arrives at a reported domestic disturbance. Upon entry, the officer observes a broken lamp, an overturned dining chair, and a phone on the floor with a cracked screen. A woman is seated calmly on the couch. What should the officer's first observational priority be?

Photograph the cracked phone screen
Check the woman for visible injuries (Correct answer)
Document the broken lamp
Note the position of the overturned chair

Correct answer: Check the woman for visible injuries

Officer safety and victim welfare require assessing whether the person present has injuries before documenting physical evidence.

Question 68: An officer observes a vehicle at 2:14 PM: a blue 2019 Honda Civic, plate ABX-7734, with a cracked rear bumper and a parking permit sticker on the windshield. Which detail is LEAST likely to help identify the vehicle later?

License plate ABX-7734
Blue 2019 Honda Civic
Cracked rear bumper
Parking permit sticker (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Parking permit sticker

A parking permit sticker is common and non-unique, making it the least reliable identifying detail compared to the plate, model, or distinctive damage.

Question 69: At 3:30 AM, an officer observes a man walking slowly past a jewelry store three times, pausing each time to look at the door lock. There is no other obvious reason for the behavior. What is the BEST initial action based on these observations?

Call for backup before taking any action
Ignore the behavior as it is not criminal
Approach and conduct an investigative stop to determine intent (Correct answer)
Arrest the individual for trespassing

Correct answer: Approach and conduct an investigative stop to determine intent

Repeated circling with focused attention on a lock at 3:30 AM constitutes reasonable grounds for an investigative stop without justifying immediate arrest.

Question 70: An officer is asked to confirm whether a suspect matches a description received 20 minutes ago: male, 5'10", slim build, black hoodie, blue jeans, white sneakers, carrying a grey backpack. The officer locates a male, 5'10", slim, now wearing a dark blue hoodie instead of black. What is the most appropriate conclusion?

The suspect is definitively a different person because the hoodie color is wrong
No further action is needed since the description doesn't fully match
The officer should wait for a confirmed positive ID before approaching
The suspect should be detained and the hoodie discrepancy noted for follow-up (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The suspect should be detained and the hoodie discrepancy noted for follow-up

Dark blue and black hoodies can appear similar under different lighting; close match on height, build, and other items justifies a brief investigative detention.

Question 71: During your patrol you observe: (A) an elderly person sitting alone on a park bench looking disoriented; (B) a sprinkler watering a public sidewalk; (C) a cat stuck in a tree; (D) a faded crosswalk line. Which warrants immediate police attention?

A (Correct answer)
C
B
D

Correct answer: A

A disoriented elderly person may be experiencing a medical emergency (stroke, dementia episode) and requires a welfare check.

Question 72: Choose the correctly spelled word: the act of setting fire to property intentionally.

Arson (Correct answer)
Arsone
Arsen
Arsson

Correct answer: Arson

'Arson' is spelled A-R-S-O-N and refers to the criminal act of deliberately setting fire to property.

Question 73: Which of the following sentences is written with the most clarity, objectivity, and professionalism suitable for a police incident report?

He got really mad and aggressive, waving his arms all over the place at the other guy.
The subject, a male in a black coat, raised his voice and gesticulated towards the other individual. (Correct answer)
I saw the subject throw the bag under the car when he noticed me approaching.
The man was obviously upset and started yelling at the victim for no good reason.

Correct answer: The subject, a male in a black coat, raised his voice and gesticulated towards the other individual.

This sentence is the most professional because it uses objective, neutral language ('raised his voice,' 'gesticulated') to describe the subject's actions without making assumptions or using subjective interpretations ('obviously upset,' 'for no good reason'). It avoids slang ('guy,' 'mad') and speculation about the subject's motives.

Question 74: What does 'Miranda rights' refer to in law enforcement?

A court order protecting a victim from harassment
The legal warnings officers must give suspects before custodial interrogation (Correct answer)
Rights an officer has when arresting a suspect
The right of police to search without a warrant in emergencies

Correct answer: The legal warnings officers must give suspects before custodial interrogation

Miranda rights are the warnings police must read to suspects in custody before interrogation, informing them of their right to remain silent and to have an attorney.

Question 75: During a routine patrol, you find your partner asleep in the passenger seat of the patrol car. This is a serious violation of department policy and a significant officer safety issue. What should you do first?

Say nothing and let them sleep, as they may have been overworked on a previous shift.
Drive to a more secluded location to let them finish their nap before resuming patrol.
Take a photo as evidence and report them to Internal Affairs immediately.
Wake your partner up, inform them of the seriousness of their action, and document the incident according to department protocol. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Wake your partner up, inform them of the seriousness of their action, and document the incident according to department protocol.

The immediate priorities are to address the safety violation and adhere to professional and ethical standards. Waking the partner up directly addresses the immediate safety risk. Informing them of the seriousness of the situation is a direct and professional way to handle the interpersonal conflict. Most importantly, following departmental protocol for documenting such an incident is crucial for accountability. Ignoring the situation or covering it up compromises safety and integrity. Reporting immediately to Internal Affairs without first addressing the immediate safety concern and speaking to the partner might be overly aggressive as an initial step.

Question 76: Which sentence avoids the use of jargon and is most suitable for a report read by the public?

HQ confirmed comms after the BOL was put out by dispatch.
Dispatch confirmed the message after an all-points bulletin was issued. (Correct answer)
The 10-4 was given by dispatch after the APB was broadcast.
The ROE was followed before the MO was confirmed by the IO.

Correct answer: Dispatch confirmed the message after an all-points bulletin was issued.

Option B uses plain language that a general audience can understand, replacing radio codes and acronyms with clear terms.

Question 77: An officer notes the following on Elm Street: a red mailbox outside No. 14, a yellow fire hydrant across from No. 18, a broken streetlight between No. 20 and No. 22, and graffiti on the wall of No. 24. Where is the broken streetlight located?

Between No. 18 and No. 20
Across from No. 22
Between No. 20 and No. 22 (Correct answer)
Outside No. 24

Correct answer: Between No. 20 and No. 22

The passage explicitly states the broken streetlight is between No. 20 and No. 22.

Question 78: A BOLO (Be On the Look-Out) was issued for a suspect in a purse snatching. The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 6'1", 180 lbs, with short brown hair and a beard. He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie and dark blue jeans. He fled westbound on 17th Avenue SW on a black mountain bike. The victim, Ms. Chen, reported losing her purse containing her wallet, phone, and house keys. In which direction did the suspect flee?

Westbound on 17th Avenue SW (Correct answer)
Eastbound on 17th Avenue SW
Southbound toward the river
Northbound on a side street

Correct answer: Westbound on 17th Avenue SW

The passage states he fled westbound on 17th Avenue SW.

Question 79: Using the same passage: What time did Mr. Patel arrive home?

07:30
17:30 (Correct answer)
17:03
07:03

Correct answer: 17:30

The passage states Mr. Patel arrived home at 17:30.

Question 80: Upon arriving at a residential break-and-enter and confirming the suspect has fled, which of the following actions is the LEAST critical for the responding officer to perform immediately?

Providing reassurance and obtaining an initial account from the distressed homeowner.
Conducting a wide canvass of the neighborhood for potential witnesses. (Correct answer)
Broadcasting a description of the suspect and stolen property to other units.
Preserving the point of entry and other key areas for forensic evidence.

Correct answer: Conducting a wide canvass of the neighborhood for potential witnesses.

While a neighborhood canvass is a vital investigative step, it is the least time-sensitive compared to the other options. Preserving evidence from contamination, attending to the victim's immediate needs, and broadcasting timely information to aid in the suspect's apprehension are all more critical immediate actions.

Question 81: A series of vehicle thefts occurred: Monday in the south end, Tuesday in the east end, Wednesday in the south end, Thursday in the east end. Where is Friday's theft most likely to occur based on this pattern?

East end
West end
South end (Correct answer)
North end

Correct answer: South end

The pattern alternates south-east-south-east. Following the pattern, Friday (5th occurrence) returns to the south end.

Question 82: A stolen bicycle is described as: red mountain bike, 21-speed, with a yellow handlebar grip on the right side only and a dent on the left chainstay. An officer finds a bike matching the description except the handlebar grips are both yellow. What is the correct conclusion?

It is not the stolen bike because the grips don't match exactly
It is definitely the stolen bike; minor changes are expected
The dent on the chainstay is sufficient to confirm it is stolen
It may be the stolen bike, but the grip discrepancy requires further investigation (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It may be the stolen bike, but the grip discrepancy requires further investigation

The grip discrepancy is notable but grips can be easily replaced, so the bike warrants further investigation rather than immediate confirmation or exclusion.

Question 83: You are on patrol when you observe: (A) a shoplifter leaving a store; (B) a vehicle on fire with a driver trapped inside; (C) a person jaywalking across an empty road; (D) teenagers making excessive noise. What is your first action?

Apprehend the shoplifter
Issue a warning to the jaywalker
Assist the trapped driver and call for fire services (Correct answer)
Disperse the teenagers

Correct answer: Assist the trapped driver and call for fire services

A person trapped in a burning vehicle faces an immediate risk of death — this is the highest priority emergency.

Question 84: An officer is completing paperwork for a drug seizure when a distressed citizen enters the station reporting that someone is attacking another person in the parking lot. What should the officer do?

Call another officer while continuing the paperwork
Immediately respond to the parking lot assault (Correct answer)
Ask the citizen to wait and finish the paperwork first
Ask the citizen to describe the incident in more detail before responding

Correct answer: Immediately respond to the parking lot assault

An active assault in progress is an immediate threat to a person's safety and overrides all administrative tasks.

Question 85: An officer observes the following suspect from store security footage: female, approximately 165 cm, slim build, shoulder-length auburn hair, navy blue blazer, black pants, silver earrings, carrying a large beige purse. Which description is accurate?

Female, 165 cm, slim, auburn hair, navy blazer, black pants, gold earrings, beige purse
Female, 165 cm, medium build, auburn hair, navy blazer, black pants, silver earrings, beige purse
Female, 165 cm, slim, brown hair, navy blazer, black pants, silver earrings, beige purse
Female, 165 cm, slim, auburn hair, navy blazer, black pants, silver earrings, beige purse (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Female, 165 cm, slim, auburn hair, navy blazer, black pants, silver earrings, beige purse

Option B matches all details: female, 165 cm, slim, auburn hair, navy blazer, black pants, silver earrings, beige purse.

Question 86: An officer is shown six photographs to identify a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run. The involved vehicle was described as a dark-colored sedan with a roof rack and a broken left tail light. Photo 4 shows a dark sedan with a roof rack and intact tail lights. What is the correct assessment?

Photo 4 is definitively not the vehicle because it lacks the broken tail light
The roof rack is sufficient to confirm Photo 4 as the vehicle
Photo 4 is the vehicle — the tail light may have been repaired
Photo 4 is a possible match but the tail light discrepancy requires verification (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Photo 4 is a possible match but the tail light discrepancy requires verification

Tail lights can be repaired quickly, so Photo 4 cannot be definitively excluded or confirmed without further investigation such as checking repair records.

Question 87: During a foot patrol, an officer observes the following in a 30-second window: a woman arguing on a phone, a man exiting a store quickly without a bag, a running child, and a car idling with its hazard lights on. Which observation most warrants immediate follow-up?

Car idling with hazards on
Running child
Woman arguing on phone
Man exiting store quickly without a bag (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Man exiting store quickly without a bag

A person exiting a retail store quickly without any bag or purchase may indicate shoplifting or theft, warranting immediate follow-up.

Question 88: Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?

She wrote the statement; carefully and thoroughly.
The officer filed the report; and submitted it to the sergeant.
The suspect fled the scene; the officer gave chase immediately. (Correct answer)
He arrived late; because traffic was heavy.

Correct answer: The suspect fled the scene; the officer gave chase immediately.

A semicolon joins two independent clauses without a conjunction; it should not precede coordinating conjunctions or dependent clauses.

Question 89: Read the following witness statement carefully: 'The getaway car was a dark blue four-door sedan, possibly a Honda. It had a noticeable dent on the rear passenger-side door and a license plate starting with 'BKZ'. The driver was a male wearing a red baseball cap, and he sped east on Maple Avenue before turning south onto Oak Street. The incident occurred at approximately 3:15 PM.' Which of the following details is stated accurately in the report?

The driver was wearing a blue baseball cap.
The car was a dark blue sedan with a dent on the rear passenger-side door. (Correct answer)
The car turned west on Maple Avenue.
The license plate started with 'BXZ'.

Correct answer: The car was a dark blue sedan with a dent on the rear passenger-side door.

The statement explicitly mentions the vehicle was a 'dark blue four-door sedan' and had a 'dent on the rear passenger-side door'. The other options contain inaccuracies: the car sped east, the license plate started with 'BKZ', and the driver's cap was red.

Question 90: A BOLO was issued for a suspect in a purse snatching. The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 6'1", 180 lbs, with short brown hair and a beard. He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie and dark blue jeans. He fled westbound on 17th Avenue SW on a black mountain bike. The victim, Ms. Chen, reported losing her purse containing her wallet, phone, and house keys. What mode of transportation did the suspect use to flee?

On a blue skateboard
In a grey sedan
On a black mountain bike (Correct answer)
On foot

Correct answer: On a black mountain bike

The passage states the suspect fled on a black mountain bike.

Question 91: Which is the correct phonetic alphabet representation for the letters 'C', 'P', and 'S' used in Canadian police radio communications?

Cat, Police, Snake
Charles, Peter, Sam
Charlie, Papa, Sierra (Correct answer)
Cobra, Phoenix, Storm

Correct answer: Charlie, Papa, Sierra

The NATO phonetic alphabet — used by Canadian police — designates C=Charlie, P=Papa, S=Sierra.

Question 92: Officers work 8-hour shifts. If a station needs 24-hour coverage with 3 officers on duty at all times, how many officer-shifts are needed each day?

9 (Correct answer)
8
6
12

Correct answer: 9

24 hours ÷ 8 hours per shift = 3 shifts; 3 shifts × 3 officers = 9 officer-shifts per day.

Question 93: You are conducting a traffic stop and the driver begins to record the interaction on their phone. What is the most appropriate response?

Demand they stop recording and confiscate the phone
Terminate the stop and leave to avoid being recorded
Allow the recording to continue — members of the public have the right to film police in public spaces (Correct answer)
Ask them to put the phone away as it is distracting

Correct answer: Allow the recording to continue — members of the public have the right to film police in public spaces

Members of the public have a legal right to film police officers performing their duties in public.

Question 94: Which sentence uses the word 'principal' correctly in a police context?

Both A and C are correct uses. (Correct answer)
The school principal called police about a trespasser.
The principal evidence was excluded by the judge.
The principal officer made the arrest on scene.

Correct answer: Both A and C are correct uses.

'Principal' as an adjective means 'main/most important' (principal evidence) and as a noun means the head of a school. Both A and C use the word correctly.

Question 95: At 22:15 officers responded to a disturbance at the Riverside Bar located at 901 Edmonton Trail NE. Upon arrival, two men were found fighting outside the entrance. One male, later identified as Hector Vargas, 34, had a laceration on his forearm. The second male, Kevin Hardt, 29, was uninjured. Both men were intoxicated. Vargas stated Hardt had thrown the first punch. Hardt claimed Vargas had broken a bottle and swung it at him first. What was Hardt's account of who initiated the altercation?

He could not remember how it started
A third party started the fight
Vargas had broken a bottle and swung it at him first (Correct answer)
Hardt admitted he threw the first punch

Correct answer: Vargas had broken a bottle and swung it at him first

Hardt claimed Vargas had broken a bottle and swung it at him first.

Question 96: What is the correct past tense of the verb 'to lie' (meaning to recline)?

lied
lain
laid
lay (Correct answer)

Correct answer: lay

The past tense of 'to lie' (recline) is 'lay'; 'lied' is the past tense of 'to lie' (to be untruthful).

Question 97: Using the same passage: Who provided a witness statement?

Ms. Afolabi (Correct answer)
The male in the red jacket
Ms. Reeves
Mr. Afolabi

Correct answer: Ms. Afolabi

The passage states that Ms. Afolabi provided a statement.

Question 98: A crime scene is rectangular, measuring 15 feet by 8 feet. What is the total area of the crime scene?

120 sq ft (Correct answer)
90 sq ft
46 sq ft
180 sq ft

Correct answer: 120 sq ft

Area = length × width = 15 × 8 = 120 square feet.

Question 99: During a surveillance observation, an officer notices: a white van parks, a man in a yellow vest exits, enters a pharmacy, exits carrying a blue bag, gets back in the van, and the van departs eastbound. What colour was the bag the man was carrying?

White
Black
Yellow
Blue (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Blue

The observation states the man exited the pharmacy carrying a blue bag.

Question 100: No officer under 25 years of age is assigned to homicide investigations. Constable Ng is assigned to a homicide investigation. What can be concluded?

Only officers over 30 work homicide.
Constable Ng is 25 or older. (Correct answer)
Constable Ng may be under 25.
Constable Ng is under 25.

Correct answer: Constable Ng is 25 or older.

If no officer under 25 works homicide, and Constable Ng works homicide, she must be 25 or older.

Question 101: Which option corrects the comma splice in this sentence? 'The door was open, the lights were on.'

The door was open; the lights were on. (Correct answer)
The door was open, and, the lights were on.
The door was open and, the lights were on.
The door was open, the lights, were on.

Correct answer: The door was open; the lights were on.

A comma splice is corrected by replacing the comma with a semicolon to properly join two independent clauses.

Question 102: During a search of a vehicle following a lawful traffic stop, an officer finds a small amount of an unidentified white powder. What is the MOST appropriate next step?

Dispose of the substance at the roadside
Secure the substance and use a field-test kit or wait for a forensic analysis (Correct answer)
Taste the substance to identify it
Assume it is an illegal drug and make an immediate arrest

Correct answer: Secure the substance and use a field-test kit or wait for a forensic analysis

Field-test kits or forensic analysis are the proper and safe means to identify unknown substances; tasting is dangerous and disposal destroys evidence.

Question 103: An officer is told by dispatch that the suspect in an active call is armed. The officer loses radio contact before arriving. What should the officer do?

Approach immediately since the suspect may need to be stopped urgently
Proceed and handle the call as if the suspect is unarmed
Return to the station to report the radio failure
Stage at a safe distance and attempt to re-establish radio contact before approaching (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stage at a safe distance and attempt to re-establish radio contact before approaching

Staging at a safe distance and restoring communications before approaching an armed suspect protects officer safety and enables a coordinated response.

Question 104: Patrol officers were dispatched to a domestic disturbance at Unit 412, 88 Cougar Ridge Drive SW at 19:08. Upon arrival they spoke with Ingrid Sorensen, 45, who had a bruise forming under her left eye. Ingrid stated her husband, Frank Sorensen, 48, had struck her during an argument over finances. Frank was located in the attached garage. Frank denied striking Ingrid and claimed she had fallen. Photographs of Ingrid's injury were taken. Frank was arrested and held for a bail hearing. Who was arrested according to the passage?

Neither was arrested
Both were arrested
Frank Sorensen (Correct answer)
Ingrid Sorensen

Correct answer: Frank Sorensen

The passage states Frank Sorensen was arrested and held for a bail hearing.

Question 105: What does 'extradition' mean in a policing and legal context?

Transferring a suspect from one jurisdiction to another for prosecution (Correct answer)
Entering a plea of not guilty in court
Conducting a search of private property
Releasing a suspect on bail conditions

Correct answer: Transferring a suspect from one jurisdiction to another for prosecution

Extradition is the formal process of transferring an accused person from one country or jurisdiction to another to face criminal charges.

Question 106: Using the same passage: What was the address of the disturbance?

1845 Centre Street NW (Correct answer)
1485 Centre Street NW
1854 Centre Street NW
1845 Centre Street NE

Correct answer: 1845 Centre Street NW

The passage states the disturbance occurred at 1845 Centre Street NW, Calgary.

Question 107: You are given a series of address numbers from a single block: 1302, 1306, 1310, 1314, ____, 1322. What is the missing number in this sequence?

1318 (Correct answer)
1316
1317
1320

Correct answer: 1318

The pattern is an increment of 4 for each address number (1302 + 4 = 1306, 1306 + 4 = 1310, etc.). Therefore, the missing number is 1314 + 4, which equals 1318. This is confirmed by 1318 + 4 = 1322.

Question 108: A call comes in reporting: (A) a missing dog; (B) a man threatening a woman with a weapon outside a store; (C) a graffiti complaint filed two days ago; (D) a noise complaint from an apartment. Which should be prioritised?

C
B (Correct answer)
D
A

Correct answer: B

An active threat with a weapon presents an immediate danger to life and is the highest priority call.

Question 109: An officer finds the following items at a suspected drug-related scene: a digital scale, multiple small ziplock bags, a large quantity of cash in small denominations, and a single unmarked white pill. Which combination of items is MOST significant as evidence of drug trafficking versus personal use?

The cash alone
The pill alone
The scale and pill together
The scale, bags, and small-denomination cash together (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The scale, bags, and small-denomination cash together

The combination of a scale, individual packaging bags, and small-denomination cash is the classic triad indicative of drug trafficking rather than personal possession.

Question 110: During a large public demonstration, a small group begins breaking shop windows while the majority of protesters remain peaceful. What is the correct approach?

Disperse the entire demonstration immediately
Arrest all protesters in the vicinity of the damage
Observe only and take no action to avoid inflaming tensions
Identify and isolate the individuals causing damage while allowing the peaceful demonstration to continue (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Identify and isolate the individuals causing damage while allowing the peaceful demonstration to continue

Targeting individuals engaged in criminal behavior while protecting lawful assembly respects both public order and Charter rights.

Question 111: Constable Brandt responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle at 03:45 in the parking lot of Sunridge Mall. The vehicle was a white 2019 Ford F-150 with Alberta plates BZK 741. The engine was running and the driver appeared to be asleep. Constable Brandt ran the plate and found the vehicle was reported stolen from a Deerfoot Meadows parking lot the previous evening. The driver was awakened, identified as Dale Pruitt, 22, and taken into custody. Where had the vehicle originally been reported stolen from?

A residential street in Bridgeland
Sunridge Mall parking lot
A Deerfoot Meadows parking lot (Correct answer)
Outside a Sunridge gas station

Correct answer: A Deerfoot Meadows parking lot

The vehicle was reported stolen from a Deerfoot Meadows parking lot the previous evening.

Question 112: An officer is scanning a crowd for a suspect described as wearing a green hoodie. The officer spots three people in green hoodies. What should the officer do next?

Disregard the sighting and wait for backup
Note any additional descriptors to narrow the match before approaching (Correct answer)
Approach only the closest individual
Detain all three immediately

Correct answer: Note any additional descriptors to narrow the match before approaching

Using additional descriptors such as height, build, or other clothing refines the identification before contact, reducing unnecessary detentions.

Question 113: Shift codes are assigned as follows: Morning=M1, Afternoon=A2, Night=N3, Morning=M4, Afternoon=A5. What is the next shift code?

N6 (Correct answer)
A6
N7
M6

Correct answer: N6

The pattern cycles Morning → Afternoon → Night, and numbers increase sequentially, so next is N6.

Question 114: Read the following passage and answer the question below. Passage: "An officer is dispatched to a minor traffic collision in a residential area. Upon arrival, she observes two vehicles with minimal damage. Driver A claims Driver B failed to stop at a stop sign, while Driver B insists that Driver A was speeding. There are no independent witnesses. The officer's report must objectively document the damage to both vehicles, the road conditions, the exact statements from each driver, and a diagram of the final resting positions of the cars. The officer is not to assign fault in the report but must record all available facts." In the described scenario, what should the officer's report primarily focus on?

Determining which driver was at fault for the collision.
Estimating the monetary cost of the vehicle damage.
Interviewing neighbors to find potential witnesses.
Objectively documenting all factual details of the scene. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Objectively documenting all factual details of the scene.

The passage explicitly states, 'The officer is not to assign fault in the report but must record all available facts.' It then lists the factual details that must be documented, such as damage, statements, and road conditions. The other options are either contradicted by the text or not mentioned as the primary focus.

Question 115: Officer Reyes documented a break-and-enter at 4418 Crowchild Trail NW. The point of entry was a smashed rear window. Items reported stolen included a laptop computer, a watch valued at $2,400, and $340 in cash. The homeowner, Mr. Duval, stated he had been away from 09:00 to 17:30. Neighbours reported hearing glass breaking around 13:00. How many distinct items are listed as stolen in the passage?

Two
Five
Three (Correct answer)
Four

Correct answer: Three

The passage lists three items: a laptop, a watch, and $340 in cash.

Question 116: Which sentence uses a colon correctly?

The officer needed: a flashlight, handcuffs, and a radio.
She packed the following items: a flashlight, handcuffs, and a radio. (Correct answer)
The required items are: listed in the manual.
He noted: that the door was unlocked.

Correct answer: She packed the following items: a flashlight, handcuffs, and a radio.

A colon correctly follows a complete independent clause when introducing a list, as in option B.

Question 117: An officer patrols a 12-mile route. If she completes 3/4 of the route in 45 minutes, how long will the entire route take at the same pace?

75 minutes
50 minutes
55 minutes
60 minutes (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 60 minutes

45 minutes covers 3/4 of the route, so the full route takes 45 ÷ 0.75 = 60 minutes.

Question 118: You receive simultaneous calls: (A) a noise complaint about loud music; (B) a report of a person collapsed and unresponsive on the sidewalk; (C) a minor fender-bender with no injuries; (D) a report of vandalism to a park bench. Which call should be handled first?

D
A
C
B (Correct answer)

Correct answer: B

An unresponsive person represents an immediate risk to life and takes the highest priority over all property or nuisance calls.

Question 119: Sergeant Liu filed a use-of-force report following an arrest at 1200 Centre Street N. The subject, Amara Osei, 31, had refused verbal commands and adopted an aggressive stance. Sergeant Liu deployed a CEW after the subject reached toward her waistband. Osei fell and struck her head on the pavement, resulting in a minor scalp laceration. EMS was called. Osei was later charged with obstructing a peace officer. What injury did the subject sustain?

Burns from the CEW probes
A broken wrist from the fall
No injuries were reported
A minor scalp laceration from striking the pavement (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A minor scalp laceration from striking the pavement

Osei sustained a minor scalp laceration after falling and striking her head on the pavement.

Question 120: Every time a particular building's alarm is triggered between midnight and 3 AM, it turns out to be a false alarm. The alarm at that building activates at 01:30. What is the most logical conclusion?

The alarm system is broken beyond repair.
This is likely a false alarm. (Correct answer)
This is definitely a real break-in.
Officers should not respond.

Correct answer: This is likely a false alarm.

The established pattern indicates alarms between midnight and 3 AM at that building are always false. The most logical conclusion is that this alarm is likely false too.

APCAT Alberta Police Cognitive Ability Test

The APCAT is Alberta's standardized police applicant screening test measuring judgement, observation, memory recall, written communication, and problem analysis skills.

120

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135 min

Time Limit

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