MTA Community Policing 2

Question 1

A neighborhood association complains that drug activity is increasing near a local park. Under a community policing approach, what is the BEST first step?

Accepted Answer

Meet with residents and the association to identify specific problem locations and times

Answer

Community policing requires collaborative problem identification with residents before taking enforcement action.

Question 2

Which of the following BEST describes the role of a 'community liaison officer'?

Accepted Answer

An officer who serves as the primary contact between the police department and specific community groups

Answer

A community liaison officer builds relationships and serves as a bridge between the department and community organizations.

Question 3

A community policing officer learns that elderly residents fear riding the subway after dark. The MOST appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Work with transit officials and community groups to develop escort programs or improved lighting

Answer

Community policing addresses fear of crime through collaborative solutions involving multiple stakeholders.

Question 4

Under the SARA problem-solving model, the 'Assessment' phase involves:

Accepted Answer

Evaluating whether the response reduced or eliminated the problem

Answer

Assessment is the final SARA phase where officers measure whether the implemented response was effective.

Question 5

An officer is assigned to a fixed foot patrol beat in a commercial district. A key advantage of foot patrol over motorized patrol in community policing is:

Accepted Answer

Officers develop personal relationships with business owners and residents

Answer

Foot patrol allows officers to interact directly with community members and build trust through personal contact.

MTA - Police Exam Practice Test

MTA - Police Exam Practice Test

MTA Community Policing 2