PELLET B Test Spelling Accuracy Questions and Answers

Question 1

An officer writing a report needs to describe a suspect's formal, sworn statement made before a court official. Which of the following words is spelled correctly for this purpose?

Accepted Answer

Affidavit

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Afidavit

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Afidavid

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Affadavit

Question 2

While documenting evidence, an officer notes the discovery of illegal items. Which sentence below contains a spelling error?

Accepted Answer

The primary evidence was placed in a seperate, sealed bag.

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The officer found a bag of miscellaneous narcotics.

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A search of the vehicle yielded significant contraband.

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All items were handled according to procedure.

Question 3

Which of the following words, often used in police reports, is spelled INCORRECTLY?

Accepted Answer

Reccommend

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Surveillance

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Possession

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Occurrence

Question 4

An officer is writing about a traffic stop and needs to refer to the driver's official permit to operate a motor vehicle. Which is the correct spelling?

Accepted Answer

License

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Liscense

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Licens

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Lisence

Question 5

A report describes a crime that was particularly evil or wicked. Which word correctly fills in the blank: 'The crime scene was evidence of a ________ act.'?

Accepted Answer

Heinous

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Haneous

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Hienous

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Heinouss

Question 6

Reviewing a fellow officer's report, you find a sentence describing a person of interest. Which sentence contains a spelling error?

Accepted Answer

The suspect's story was not beleivable.

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The witness provided a detailed description.

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He was a belligerent individual upon initial contact.

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Her professional demeanor was noted.