OACP Sigma 5

Question 1

A Sigma map-reading exercise shows Elm Street running east-west and Oak Avenue running north-south. An officer travels east on Elm, turns north on Oak, then turns east again at the next intersection. What direction is the officer now traveling?

Accepted Answer

East

Answer

After turning east on the cross street off Oak Avenue, the officer is traveling east.

Question 2

In a Sigma abstract reasoning section, the pattern is: 3, 6, 12, 24, ___. What is the next number?

Accepted Answer

48

Answer

Each term doubles the previous one, so 24 × 2 = 48.

Question 3

A Sigma scenario describes: 'Dispatch reports a domestic disturbance at 14 Maple Drive. The complainant states the male party is armed.' Upon arrival you find two individuals arguing verbally with no visible weapon. What is your FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Separate and interview both parties while remaining alert for a concealed weapon

Answer

Officer safety requires treating the threat as possible while gathering information through calm, controlled contact.

Question 4

In the Sigma memory section, you are shown five suspect descriptions for two minutes. Suspect 3 is described as: male, 5'11", medium build, black jacket, blue jeans, brown shoes. Which detail is MOST useful for field identification?

Accepted Answer

Black jacket

Answer

Clothing color is the most immediately visible distinguishing feature in a crowd from a distance.

Question 5

A Sigma written judgment question asks: A civilian approaches you off-duty and asks for detailed information about an ongoing investigation involving their neighbor. You should:

Accepted Answer

Decline and advise them to contact the investigating unit through official channels

Answer

Police confidentiality obligations apply on and off duty; directing the civilian to proper channels is the correct professional response.

OACP - Ontario Association of Chief of Police Practice Test

OACP - Ontario Association of Chief of Police Practice Test

OACP Sigma 5