Free POPAT Preparation Questions and Answers

Question 1

When is the Peace Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT) typically administered for academy cadets?

Accepted Answer

During the fourth to sixth weeks of training

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Six months into the training program

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During the first week of training

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After graduation from the academy

Question 2

What is the purpose of the POPAT?

Accepted Answer

To assess the physical aptitude of peace officer applicants

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To evaluate the communication skills of cadets

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To determine the moral conduct of peace officers

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To measure the academic knowledge of cadets

Question 3

Which of the following is one of the work sample tests included in the POPAT?

Accepted Answer

Chain-Link Fence

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Traffic Control

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Bridge Construction

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Search and Rescue

Question 4

What is the purpose of the warm-up routine in Station A?

Accepted Answer

To prepare the cadets for the test by warming up their bodies

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To instruct the cadets on how to fill in the scoring forms

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To divide the cadets into groups for the test

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To collect data about the cadets for the academy

Question 5

How many times is the 99-Yard Obstacle Course test conducted?

Accepted Answer

Twice

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Three times

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Once

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It varies depending on the size of the cadet class

Question 6

What is the purpose of the Body Drag test?

Accepted Answer

To simulate dragging someone who is physically incapacitated

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To evaluate cardiovascular endurance

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To test upper body strength

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To measure cadet's agility

Question 7

Which of the following should the cadet avoid while lifting and dragging the dummy in the Body Drag test?

Accepted Answer

Grabbing or pulling the dummy by the head or arms

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Using the legs to lift the dummy

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Lifting the dummy with a straight back

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Dragging the dummy as slowly as possible

Question 8

What materials are needed for Fence Climb?

Accepted Answer

Stopwatch, six traffic cones, matting, fence, 6’ x 6’ gym mat

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Stopwatch, six traffic cones, matting, wall, 6’ x 6’ gym mat

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Stopwatch, six traffic cones, matting, fence, brick or concrete block

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Stopwatch, six traffic cones, pavement, fence, 6’ x 6’ gym mat

Question 9

What is the purpose of using matting at the Fence Climb station?

Accepted Answer

To cover side supports and provide a safe landing

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To mark the start and finish lines for the test

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To protect the fence from damage

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To make the surface of the fence easier to grip

Question 10

What happens if a cadet uses the side supports to climb over the fence?

Accepted Answer

They will be scored as if they had failed to clear the fence

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They will receive a bonus score for creativity

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They will be instructed to try again

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They will be disqualified from the test