LAPD Physical Fitness Qualifier 5

Question 1

What is the most common reason LAPD PFQ candidates fail to meet minimum standards?

Accepted Answer

Inadequate long-term physical preparation before the test date

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Misunderstanding the event order on test day

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Wearing incorrect clothing to the testing site

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Failing to bring proper identification documents

Question 2

Which type of injury is most commonly associated with running events like the 500-meter and 1.5-mile runs?

Accepted Answer

Lower-extremity overuse injuries such as shin splints and knee pain

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Rotator cuff tear

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Wrist fracture from falling

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Finger dislocations during warm-up

Question 3

What should a candidate do the evening before their scheduled LAPD PFQ?

Accepted Answer

Get adequate sleep and avoid strenuous physical activity

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Perform a heavy weightlifting session to stay physically sharp

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Fast completely to reduce body weight on test day

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Consume large amounts of caffeine to maximize next-day alertness

Question 4

Which warm-up activity is most appropriate immediately before beginning the LAPD PFQ events?

Accepted Answer

Dynamic stretching and light jogging to gradually elevate heart rate

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Running five miles at race pace to pre-load the cardiovascular system

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Performing heavy compound lifts to activate fast-twitch muscle fibers

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Sitting quietly and meditating without any physical movement

Question 5

What is the correct response if a candidate experiences sudden sharp pain during a PFQ event?

Accepted Answer

Stop immediately and notify the test administrator

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Push through the pain to avoid being disqualified from that event

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Ignore it and wait until after all events are completed to report it

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Take over-the-counter pain medication and resume testing

Question 6

How does carrying excess body fat generally affect LAPD PFQ performance?

Accepted Answer

It increases the workload in running events and reduces performance on push-ups and sit-ups relative to body mass

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It has no measurable effect on any PFQ event

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It always improves push-up scores due to the added upper-body mass

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It only affects the sit-and-reach flexibility event

Question 7

Which statement best describes the LAPD's intent in requiring recruits to pass the Physical Fitness Qualifier?

Accepted Answer

To ensure all officers can meet the physical demands inherent in police service

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To select only candidates who have elite competitive athletic backgrounds

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To reduce the applicant pool as rapidly as possible through elimination

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To identify candidates best suited exclusively for sedentary administrative positions