Police Officer Entrance Exam — Questions and Answers

Question 1: Which of the following best describes aggravated assault?

Any assault occurring in a public place
An assault committed by a repeat offender
Any assault that results in the victim seeking medical treatment
An assault involving a deadly weapon, serious bodily injury, or other aggravating factors that elevates it above simple assault (Correct answer)

Correct answer: An assault involving a deadly weapon, serious bodily injury, or other aggravating factors that elevates it above simple assault

Aggravated assault is distinguished from simple assault by the presence of aggravating factors: use of a deadly weapon, infliction of serious bodily injury, assault on a protected class, or intent to commit another felony.

Question 2: An officer is patrolling and passes a man on the corner. Thirty minutes later, a robbery is reported matching the man's description. The officer should attempt to recall:

Whether the man seemed suspicious or not
Only the man's race
Only what the man was wearing
Clothing, height, weight, race, distinguishing features, and direction the man was heading (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Clothing, height, weight, race, distinguishing features, and direction the man was heading

Comprehensive description recall including clothing, physical characteristics, and last known direction of travel gives investigators the best chance of locating the suspect.

Question 3: The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is best described as:

The federal agency overseeing state police departments
The organization responsible for setting minimum national police training standards
A branch of the Department of Homeland Security
The world's largest and most influential professional association for police leaders and law enforcement agencies (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The world's largest and most influential professional association for police leaders and law enforcement agencies

The IACP is a professional association founded in 1893 that provides training, policy development, and advocacy for police leaders worldwide. It is not a government agency.

Question 4: An officer writes: I arrested the subject. Which word in this sentence should be replaced for more professional report writing?

The sentence is written correctly as is
Arrested should be replaced with detained
Subject should be replaced with the person's full name or suspect (Correct answer)
I should be changed to the officer

Correct answer: Subject should be replaced with the person's full name or suspect

Using subject without identification is vague. Reports should use the person's full legal name or describe them as suspect with identifying information. The first-person I is acceptable in modern police report writing.

Question 5: Bribe or otherwise persuade (someone) to do something illegal, such as perjury.

Solicit
Suborn (Correct answer)
Leonine
Abjure

Correct answer: Suborn

To 'suborn' specifically means to bribe or induce someone to commit an unlawful act, particularly perjury (lying under oath). It implies actively persuading or influencing another person to engage in illegal behavior. This term is distinct from merely soliciting, as subornation involves the successful inducement of the illegal act.

Question 6: Officer Miller is studying a 'wanted' poster for 90 seconds before it is taken away. To best commit the suspect's face to memory, which technique would be most effective?

Repeating the suspect's height and weight over and over.
Creating a mental story or vivid association involving the suspect's features. (Correct answer)
Quickly glancing at all parts of the face in a random pattern.
Focusing solely on the most prominent feature, like a scar or tattoo.

Correct answer: Creating a mental story or vivid association involving the suspect's features.

Using visualization and association is a powerful memory technique. By creating a vivid mental image or story that connects the suspect's various features, Officer Miller is engaging in a deeper level of processing than simple repetition. This 'elaborative rehearsal' transfers the information more effectively from short-term to long-term memory. Focusing on only one feature is risky if that feature is obscured, and simple repetition of stats is less effective for remembering a face.

Question 7: An officer working in a community policing role focuses on:

Building partnerships between police and the community to proactively address underlying causes of crime (Correct answer)
Maintaining strict separation between police and community members
Making as many arrests as possible to demonstrate productivity
Focusing exclusively on high-crime areas with heavy enforcement

Correct answer: Building partnerships between police and the community to proactively address underlying causes of crime

Community policing emphasizes police-community partnerships, problem-solving, and addressing root causes of crime rather than reactive enforcement alone.

Question 8: An officer witnesses a fellow officer using excessive force on a restrained suspect. The witnessing officer should:

Alert the media immediately
Intervene to stop the excessive force and report it through proper channels (Correct answer)
Wait until after the shift to report it privately
Ignore it as it is not their responsibility

Correct answer: Intervene to stop the excessive force and report it through proper channels

Officers have a duty to intervene to stop excessive force by colleagues and report misconduct through official channels.

Question 9: You are the first officer to arrive at a multi-vehicle traffic accident with injuries. What is your FIRST priority?

Issue citations to at-fault drivers
Begin interviewing witnesses
Photograph the scene for the report
Ensure the scene is safe and call for medical assistance (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Ensure the scene is safe and call for medical assistance

Life safety is always the first priority at any emergency scene. Securing the scene to prevent further accidents and summoning medical aid for the injured takes precedence over investigation.

Question 10: When writing a police incident report, which element must always be included to establish the timeline of events?

Officer's personal opinion
Suspect's family background
Witness character assessments
Date and time of the incident (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Date and time of the incident

Date and time are mandatory in every incident report to establish when events occurred and to create an accurate timeline for investigation and court proceedings.

Question 11: A police sergeant earns $62,400 per year. What is the sergeant's gross monthly salary?

$4,800
$6,200
$5,200 (Correct answer)
$5,600

Correct answer: $5,200

Annual salary divided by 12 months = $62,400 / 12 = $5,200 per month.

Question 12: An officer is interviewing a witness to a highly stressful event. The witness is having trouble recalling details in a clear, sequential order. What is the most likely reason for this, and what is the best approach for the officer to take?

The witness probably wasn't paying close attention; the officer should ask them to only state facts they are 100% certain about.
Trauma and stress can fragment memory, making linear recall difficult; the officer should use cognitive interviewing techniques, such as asking about sensory details. (Correct answer)
The witness is likely being deceptive; the officer should use a more direct, accusatory questioning style to get the truth.
Short-term memory is unreliable; the officer should wait 48 hours for two full sleep cycles before re-interviewing the witness.

Correct answer: Trauma and stress can fragment memory, making linear recall difficult; the officer should use cognitive interviewing techniques, such as asking about sensory details.

Neuroscience research shows that memories of traumatic experiences are often fragmented and not recalled in a linear way because the brain focuses on survival. Cognitive interviewing techniques, which involve asking about sensory details (sights, sounds, smells) and using open-ended questions, can help a witness recall these fragmented memories more effectively. While waiting for sleep cycles can help an officer consolidate their own memory, it's not the primary immediate technique for a witness on scene. Direct, accusatory questioning can be counterproductive and re-traumatizing.

Question 13: An officer collects 48 items of evidence from a large crime scene. If 3/4 of the items are fingerprints and the rest are other forms of trace evidence, how many items are NOT fingerprints?

36
24
12 (Correct answer)
8

Correct answer: 12

First, find the number of fingerprint items: 48 * (3/4) = 36. To find the number of items that are not fingerprints, subtract this from the total: 48 - 36 = 12. Alternatively, if 3/4 are fingerprints, then 1/4 are not. 48 * (1/4) = 12.

Question 14: Under the 8th Amendment, the prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment applies to:

Punishments that are grossly disproportionate to the offense or involve unnecessary pain and suffering (Correct answer)
Only physical punishments such as flogging
Only capital punishment cases
Punishments that a majority of citizens consider unfair

Correct answer: Punishments that are grossly disproportionate to the offense or involve unnecessary pain and suffering

The 8th Amendment bans punishments that are disproportionate to the crime or involve unnecessary suffering. Courts apply an evolving standards of decency test.

Question 15: Which sentence uses active voice correctly in a police report?

Officer Jones observed the suspect enter the vehicle (Correct answer)
The entering of the vehicle by the suspect was what was observed
The vehicle was entered by the suspect, as was observed
It was observed that entry of the vehicle occurred

Correct answer: Officer Jones observed the suspect enter the vehicle

Active voice (Officer Jones observed the suspect enter the vehicle) is clearer, more direct, and preferred in modern police report writing. It identifies who did what without ambiguity.

Question 16: A police exam vocabulary question: The word jurisdiction most closely means:

The authority of a court or law enforcement agency over a particular geographic area or type of case (Correct answer)
The penalty for committing a crime
The process of filing charges against a suspect
The right to appeal a court decision

Correct answer: The authority of a court or law enforcement agency over a particular geographic area or type of case

Jurisdiction refers to the legal authority of a court or law enforcement agency to hear cases or enforce laws within a defined geographic area or subject matter.

Question 17: A police budget allocates 55% to salaries, 20% to equipment, 15% to training, and the remainder to community programs. If the total budget is $2,000,000, how much goes to community programs?

$200,000 (Correct answer)
$100,000
$400,000
$300,000

Correct answer: $200,000

55+20+15 = 90%. Remainder = 10%. 10% of $2,000,000 = $200,000.

Question 18: On a grid map, an officer needs to travel from 2nd Street and 3rd Avenue to 5th Street and 7th Avenue. How many blocks must the officer travel assuming no diagonal routes?

3 blocks
12 blocks
5 blocks
7 blocks (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 7 blocks

North-south: 5th minus 2nd = 3 blocks. East-west: 7th minus 3rd = 4 blocks. Total = 3 + 4 = 7 blocks.

Question 19: You discover narcotics in plain view in a vehicle. The driver claims the drugs belong to a passenger who fled before you arrived. The officer should:

Release the driver since the passenger may be responsible
Seize the drugs but make no arrest until the passenger is found
Accept the driver's explanation without further action
Secure the evidence, arrest the driver for possession, document the passenger's description, and continue the investigation (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Secure the evidence, arrest the driver for possession, document the passenger's description, and continue the investigation

Narcotics in plain view establish probable cause. The driver, as the vehicle's operator, has legal responsibility and can be arrested pending investigation. The passenger's description becomes part of the investigation.

Question 20: A driver's license is suspended after a DUI conviction. If an officer pulls over that driver, what charge applies?

Operating without insurance
Contempt of court
Driving while license suspended (DWLS) (Correct answer)
Reckless driving

Correct answer: Driving while license suspended (DWLS)

Driving while license suspended (DWLS) is the appropriate charge when a person operates a vehicle after their license has been administratively or judicially suspended.

Question 21: While on patrol in a residential neighborhood, you observe a heated argument between two neighbors on their front lawns. As you approach, their voices get louder, and they begin making threatening gestures. What is your most appropriate initial action?

Immediately arrest both individuals to prevent escalation.
Wait in your patrol car to see if the situation resolves itself.
Choose a side based on who you believe is right and tell the other person to leave.
Calmly and authoritatively step in, separate the individuals, and attempt to verbally de-escalate the situation. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Calmly and authoritatively step in, separate the individuals, and attempt to verbally de-escalate the situation.

The primary duty of an officer in this situation is to restore peace and ensure public safety. Verbal de-escalation is a critical skill that allows officers to resolve conflicts without resorting to force. Arresting them immediately would be premature without establishing a specific crime, and ignoring the situation could allow it to escalate into violence. Taking sides would be unprofessional and biased.

Question 22: Solve the following: <br> 18 - 3 + (-5) =

26
16
20
10 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 10

To solve the expression, perform the operations from left to right. First, subtract 3 from 18, which results in 15. Then, add -5 to 15, which is equivalent to subtracting 5 from 15. The final answer is 10.

Question 23: A property room has 150 pieces of evidence. During an audit, 18% are found to be eligible for destruction. How many pieces may be destroyed?

25
18
27 (Correct answer)
30

Correct answer: 27

18% of 150 = 0.18 x 150 = 27 pieces of evidence.

Question 24: An officer witnesses a fellow officer use what appears to be excessive force against a suspect who is no longer resisting. The officer should:

Intervene to stop the use of force and report the incident through proper channels (Correct answer)
Do nothing because it involves a fellow officer
Wait to see if the supervisor noticed before deciding
Ask the suspect if they want to file a complaint

Correct answer: Intervene to stop the use of force and report the incident through proper channels

Officers have an ethical and increasingly legal duty to intervene when witnessing excessive force and to report misconduct. Silence is a form of complicity and undermines public trust.

Question 25: Officer A and Officer B start from the same police station at the same time, heading in opposite directions on a straight highway. Officer A travels at 55 mph, and Officer B travels at 60 mph. How much time will have passed when they are 230 miles apart?

1.5 hours
1.75 hours
2.5 hours
2.0 hours (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 2.0 hours

Because the officers are traveling in opposite directions, their speeds combine. The combined speed is 55 mph + 60 mph = 115 mph. To find the time it takes to be 230 miles apart, use the formula Time = Distance / Speed. Time = 230 miles / 115 mph = 2 hours.

Question 26: An official accusation of wrongdoing has been made.

Inquest
Indictment (Correct answer)
Affidavit
Interrogation

Correct answer: Indictment

An 'indictment' is a formal accusation by a grand jury that there is enough evidence to bring criminal charges against a person. This term specifically refers to the official accusation of wrongdoing. The other options describe different legal processes or documents.

Question 27: While on patrol, an officer drives through a residential neighborhood to observe for any unusual activity. According to common patrol training principles, what is the optimal speed for maximizing observation and comprehension?

25 mph, to cover the area efficiently while still being able to look around.
15 mph, as slower speeds allow for better processing of details and potential threats. (Correct answer)
35 mph, as it matches the typical speed limit in residential zones.
5 mph, as this allows for the most detailed observation possible.

Correct answer: 15 mph, as slower speeds allow for better processing of details and potential threats.

Patrol training standards suggest that the optimum speed for effective observation and comprehension is 15 miles per hour. Speeds greater than this make it increasingly difficult for an officer to fully comprehend, process, and react to everything they are observing. While very slow speeds like 5 mph might seem better, 15 mph is considered the best balance for covering a patrol zone while maintaining high situational awareness.

Question 28: When is an officer legally justified in using deadly force under the Graham v. Connor standard?

When the suspect poses an imminent threat of serious bodily harm or death (Correct answer)
When a felony has been committed regardless of current threat
Whenever a verbal command is ignored
Whenever a suspect flees on foot

Correct answer: When the suspect poses an imminent threat of serious bodily harm or death

Graham v. Connor established that force must be objectively reasonable, and deadly force is justified only when there is an imminent threat of serious bodily harm or death.

Question 29: An officer observes: dark green pickup truck, two-door, cracked rear window, partial plate GHJ-4. Which detail is MOST useful for identifying the vehicle later?

The partial license plate GHJ-4 (Correct answer)
The color (dark green)
The two-door configuration
The cracked rear window

Correct answer: The partial license plate GHJ-4

A partial license plate provides the most specific, searchable identifier. A plate fragment can be searched in motor vehicle databases to narrow down a specific vehicle.

Question 30: An officer is writing a report about a domestic dispute. The male party stated he was 'just trying to calm her down,' while the female party stated he 'grabbed my arm aggressively.' Which statement is the BEST way to document these conflicting accounts in the report?

"An altercation occurred where Mr. Smith grabbed Ms. Jones's arm, but his intent was not malicious."
"Mr. Smith stated, 'I was just trying to calm her down.' Ms. Jones stated, 'He grabbed my arm aggressively.' I observed redness on Ms. Jones's left forearm." (Correct answer)
"The parties provided conflicting stories about the physical contact."
"The male subject was likely the primary aggressor based on his demeanor."

Correct answer: "Mr. Smith stated, 'I was just trying to calm her down.' Ms. Jones stated, 'He grabbed my arm aggressively.' I observed redness on Ms. Jones's left forearm."

This answer is the most effective because it uses direct quotes to capture each party's statement precisely, maintains neutrality, and adds an objective, factual observation made by the officer. This approach avoids interpretation and presents the facts as they were gathered.

Question 31: When approaching a building to investigate a burglar alarm, officers should position themselves:

To the side of doorways and windows, not in the fatal funnel (Correct answer)
Directly in front of the main entrance for maximum visibility
Behind their patrol vehicle at all times
In a single-file line to limit exposure

Correct answer: To the side of doorways and windows, not in the fatal funnel

Officers should avoid the 'fatal funnel' — the direct line of a doorway or window — and position to the side to reduce exposure to threats from inside.

Question 32: What is the purpose of a 'welfare check' call?

To verify the identity of a suspicious person
To inspect a business for code violations
To verify that a citizen paid their taxes
To check on the well-being of a person who may be in danger or incapacitated (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To check on the well-being of a person who may be in danger or incapacitated

A welfare check (also called a well-being check) is dispatched when someone requests that police check on a person who may be injured, ill, or otherwise unable to care for themselves.

Question 33: Every day, a police officer's closest working companion is ______.

offender
convict
partner (Correct answer)

Correct answer: partner

Police officers often work in teams, and their 'partner' is the colleague with whom they share duties, patrol routes, and respond to incidents. This partnership is crucial for safety, support, and effective law enforcement. 'Offender' and 'convict' refer to individuals involved in crime, not a working companion.

Question 34: While off duty and without a badge or weapon, an officer witnesses a serious assault in progress. The BEST course of action is to:

Wait for on-duty officers without calling 911
Leave the area entirely since you are off duty
Immediately physically intervene without identifying as a police officer
Call 911, provide a clear description of the situation and location, and act as a witness unless safely able to intervene (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Call 911, provide a clear description of the situation and location, and act as a witness unless safely able to intervene

Off-duty officers should prioritize calling 911 immediately, providing a clear situational report, and acting as a witness. Physical intervention without proper equipment and backup can escalate danger.

Question 35: An officer who regularly patrols the same beat should pay special attention to what does not belong. This skill is known as:

Stereotyping
Racial profiling
Criminal profiling
Pattern recognition through baseline observation (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Pattern recognition through baseline observation

Effective patrol requires establishing a mental baseline of what is normal for an area, then recognizing anomalies - people, vehicles, or activities that deviate from the expected pattern.

Question 36: On a standard topographic map, what do contour lines that are positioned very close together indicate?

A steep incline or cliff (Correct answer)
A gentle slope or flat area
A body of water, like a river or lake
A man-made structure, like a road

Correct answer: A steep incline or cliff

Contour lines connect points of equal elevation. When these lines are packed closely together, it signifies a rapid change in elevation over a short horizontal distance, which represents a steep slope or cliff.

Question 37: What does a flashing red traffic signal require a driver to do?

Come to a complete stop and yield before proceeding (Correct answer)
Slow down and proceed with caution
Treat it as a yield sign
Stop only if other vehicles are present

Correct answer: Come to a complete stop and yield before proceeding

A flashing red signal must be treated the same as a stop sign — a complete stop followed by yielding before proceeding.

Question 38: When documenting a subject's physical state or behavior, which of the following is the most objective and fact-based description?

"The subject was drunk."
"The subject had slurred speech, smelled strongly of an alcoholic beverage, and was unsteady on his feet." (Correct answer)
"The subject was acting suspiciously and appeared to be a threat."
"The subject was clearly trying to deceive me about his level of intoxication."

Correct answer: "The subject had slurred speech, smelled strongly of an alcoholic beverage, and was unsteady on his feet."

This statement is the most objective because it describes specific, observable behaviors and sensory details (slurred speech, odor, unsteadiness) rather than making a conclusory statement like "was drunk" or a subjective judgment like "acting suspiciously." Documenting observable facts allows the reader to draw their own conclusions.

Question 39: During a foot pursuit, an officer radios: Suspect entered gray building, northwest corner of 5th and Oak. This communication demonstrates:

Good situational awareness and precise location reporting (Correct answer)
A violation of radio protocols
Unnecessary detail that slows the pursuit
A failure to maintain visual contact

Correct answer: Good situational awareness and precise location reporting

Providing specific, real-time location information (building color, corner of intersection) enables other units to respond accurately and effectively.

Question 40: The principle of witness unreliability in law enforcement refers to the fact that:

All eyewitness testimony is inadmissible in court
Witnesses with criminal records cannot testify
Witnesses always lie to protect suspects
Human memory is reconstructive and can be influenced by stress, lighting, time, and post-event information (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Human memory is reconstructive and can be influenced by stress, lighting, time, and post-event information

Memory research consistently shows that human recall is imperfect and can be distorted by high stress, poor lighting, short observation time, and information received after the event.

Question 41: In a public park, Officer Lucio comes across a canine that is plainly ill. Officer Lucio observes two little puppies lying next to the dog as it lies down in a bed of fallen leaves. Officer Lucio ought to

shoot all three animals to put them out of their misery, since they are all probably stricken with the same illness
take all three animals to the animal shelter
shoot the dog to put her out of her misery, and take the puppies to the animal shelter
contact animal control, since the dogs should be handled by animal experts (Correct answer)

Correct answer: contact animal control, since the dogs should be handled by animal experts

Police officers are typically not trained or equipped to handle sick or injured animals, especially those with potential illnesses. The most appropriate and responsible action is to contact animal control, as they are trained professionals with the expertise and resources to safely and humanely manage and care for animals in distress.

Question 42: Under most state laws, at what BAC level is a non-commercial adult driver in the US legally presumed to be impaired?

0.08% (Correct answer)
0.10%
0.04%
0.06%

Correct answer: 0.08%

A BAC of 0.08% is the federally encouraged per se legal limit for non-commercial adult drivers in all 50 states.

Question 43: An officer issues 8 traffic citations on Monday, 5 on Tuesday, 12 on Wednesday, 7 on Thursday, and 6 on Friday. What is the average number of citations per day?

7.5
8
7
7.6 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 7.6

Total citations = 8+5+12+7+6 = 38. Average = 38 / 5 days = 7.6 citations per day.

Question 44: An example of a drug deal that takes place behind a restaurant

pickpocket
back-up
street crime (Correct answer)

Correct answer: street crime

'Street crime' refers to offenses that occur in public places, often involving direct interaction between offenders and victims or illicit transactions. A drug deal taking place behind a restaurant, which is a public or semi-public space, fits this definition perfectly as a crime committed in a public setting. 'Pickpocket' is a specific type of theft, and 'back-up' is police assistance.

Question 45: The chronological organization of an incident report narrative is essential because it:

Presents the sequence of events as they occurred, creating a clear and logical account of the incident. (Correct answer)
Makes the report more difficult for defense attorneys to challenge.
Allows the officer to prioritize the most incriminating evidence at the beginning.
Fulfills a departmental preference for storytelling over factual reporting.

Correct answer: Presents the sequence of events as they occurred, creating a clear and logical account of the incident.

A chronological narrative details what happened from start to finish, providing a logical and easy-to-follow account of the events. This structure helps anyone reading the report to understand the sequence of actions and how the situation developed.

Question 46: An officer's use of discretion is a critical part of their job. Which of the following scenarios best represents an appropriate use of police discretion?

Arresting a protestor for exercising free speech in a public park.
Ignoring a domestic disturbance call because you are near the end of your shift.
Choosing not to arrest a teenager for shoplifting a candy bar, instead returning them to their parents and coordinating with the store owner for a non-criminal resolution. (Correct answer)
Deciding not to give a ticket to an attractive driver who was speeding.

Correct answer: Choosing not to arrest a teenager for shoplifting a candy bar, instead returning them to their parents and coordinating with the store owner for a non-criminal resolution.

Police discretion refers to an officer's judgment in applying the law. The best use of discretion aligns with the spirit of the law and community welfare. In this case, for a very minor offense by a juvenile, facilitating a resolution without introducing them to the criminal justice system is a constructive, appropriate use of discretion. The other options represent abuse of authority, neglect of duty, or a violation of civil rights.

Question 47: During a routine stop, your partner conducts a search of a suspect that you believe is legally questionable and exceeds the scope of a lawful search. The search does not uncover any contraband. What should you do?

Immediately report your partner to Internal Affairs without discussing it with them first.
Wait until you are back at the station and privately discuss your concerns with your partner, referencing departmental policy. (Correct answer)
Ignore it, as no evidence was found and your partner is more experienced.
Confront your partner angrily in front of the suspect.

Correct answer: Wait until you are back at the station and privately discuss your concerns with your partner, referencing departmental policy.

This scenario tests an officer's understanding of accountability and professional communication. It is important to address potential misconduct, but doing so respectfully and privately is key to maintaining a functional working relationship. This approach allows for correction and learning without undermining authority in the field or escalating the situation unnecessarily. Directly reporting to Internal Affairs without a preliminary discussion might be necessary for severe violations, but for a questionable search, a direct conversation is a more constructive first step.

Question 48: In report writing, the term objective means the officer should:

Describe what the officer wishes had happened
Predict what will happen at trial
Record only facts that can be observed or verified (Correct answer)
Include personal feelings about the suspect

Correct answer: Record only facts that can be observed or verified

Objective writing records only observable, verifiable facts without personal bias or interpretation. This ensures reports hold up in court and maintain credibility.

Question 49: During a 'show-up' identification where a single suspect is presented to a witness shortly after a crime, which factor is most critical for an officer to observe and document regarding the witness's memory and identification?

How long it takes for the witness to make a decision.
The witness's spontaneous statements made at the moment they see the suspect.
Whether the witness's description perfectly matches the suspect.
The witness's level of confidence in their identification. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The witness's level of confidence in their identification.

While all factors are relevant, the witness's level of confidence, as stated at the time of the identification, is a critical piece of information to document. Courts often consider the certainty of a witness. It's crucial to record their statement verbatim, whether they say 'I'm 100% positive that's him' or 'I'm not so sure, but he looks similar.' This provides a baseline of their memory's strength at that moment.

Question 50: Which of the following is an example of an objective and factual statement suitable for a police report, based on direct observation?

The suspect looked angry and was acting aggressively towards everyone.
The subject repeatedly avoided eye contact and paced back and forth across the room. (Correct answer)
The individual was visibly upset and seemed distressed by the situation.
The driver appeared nervous and was probably trying to hide something.

Correct answer: The subject repeatedly avoided eye contact and paced back and forth across the room.

An objective and factual statement describes observable behaviors without making assumptions about a person's internal state or motivations. 'Repeatedly avoided eye contact and paced' describes specific actions. The other options interpret behavior ('appeared nervous,' 'looked angry,' 'visibly upset'), which is subjective and less reliable for a formal report. Reports should focus on verifiable facts and direct observations.

Question 51: What does the acronym "DUI" stand for?

Driving Under Influence
Driving Under the Influence (Correct answer)
Driving Under Intoxication
Dangerous Unlawful Incidents

Correct answer: Driving Under the Influence

DUI stands for 'Driving Under the Influence.' This acronym is commonly used in law enforcement and legal contexts to refer to the crime of operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or other substances. It signifies that a driver's ability to safely operate a vehicle is compromised due to intoxication.

Question 52: A patrol sector is bounded by Route 1 to the north, the river to the south, the county line to the east, and Highway 9 to the west. Which location is OUTSIDE the sector?

A location directly in the center of the sector
A location between Highway 9 and the county line
A location between Route 1 and the river
A location south of the river (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A location south of the river

The sector is bounded on the south by the river. Any location south of the river falls outside the sector boundary.

Question 53: On a police entrance exam, which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?

The team of detectives were reviewing the evidence.
Neither the sergeant nor the lieutenants was available.
The list of suspects has been narrowed to three individuals. (Correct answer)
Each of the officers have completed their training.

Correct answer: The list of suspects has been narrowed to three individuals.

'The list of suspects has been narrowed' is correct because the subject is 'list' (singular), which takes the singular verb 'has.' The other options incorrectly match verbs to nearby nouns rather than to the true subject.

Question 54: An officer drives 45 miles per hour for 2 hours and 30 minutes. How many miles does the officer travel?

90 miles
135 miles
112.5 miles (Correct answer)
97.5 miles

Correct answer: 112.5 miles

2 hours 30 minutes equals 2.5 hours. Distance equals speed times time: 45 times 2.5 equals 112.5 miles.

Question 55: A witness to an assault says it happened so fast I did not get a good look. This statement indicates:

The assault did not occur
The witness's observation time was short, which may reduce description accuracy (Correct answer)
The witness was not paying attention intentionally
The witness is lying and trying to avoid involvement

Correct answer: The witness's observation time was short, which may reduce description accuracy

Short observation time is one of the strongest predictors of reduced eyewitness accuracy. Officers and courts must weigh this when evaluating the reliability of the description that follows.

Question 56: Under the plain view doctrine, an officer may seize evidence without a warrant if which conditions are met?

The officer suspects the item is contraband but cannot confirm
The item is in a public place only
The officer is lawfully present and the incriminating nature of the item is immediately apparent (Correct answer)
The item is visible from a public street regardless of where the officer is standing

Correct answer: The officer is lawfully present and the incriminating nature of the item is immediately apparent

Plain view seizure is valid when the officer is lawfully in the location, the item is in plain view, and its incriminating nature is immediately apparent.

Question 57: An officer responds to a domestic disturbance. The victim refuses to provide a statement. The officer should:

Only document what the victim says
Leave the scene and file no report since the victim will not cooperate
Document the victim's refusal, observable injuries, and all other available evidence in the report (Correct answer)
Wait until the victim agrees to cooperate before writing anything

Correct answer: Document the victim's refusal, observable injuries, and all other available evidence in the report

Officers must document everything observable even when a victim refuses to cooperate. Visible injuries, witness accounts, physical evidence, and the refusal itself are all reportable facts.

Question 58: An officer responds to an accident scene and measures a single, continuous skid mark of 120 feet on a dry asphalt road. Using the common formula S = √(30 * f * d), where S is speed in mph, 'f' is the drag factor, and 'd' is the skid distance in feet, what was the vehicle's minimum initial speed if the drag factor ('f') for dry asphalt is 0.7?

~65.7 mph
~35.5 mph
~50.2 mph (Correct answer)
~25.2 mph

Correct answer: ~50.2 mph

Substitute the given values into the formula: S = √(30 * 0.7 * 120). First, multiply the numbers inside the square root: 30 * 0.7 * 120 = 2520. Then, find the square root of 2520, which is approximately 50.2. So, S ≈ 50.2 mph.

Question 59: A police vehicle travels 300 miles and uses 12 gallons of fuel. What is the vehicle's fuel efficiency in miles per gallon?

30 mpg
24 mpg
25 mpg (Correct answer)
28 mpg

Correct answer: 25 mpg

Miles per gallon = total miles divided by total gallons = 300 divided by 12 = 25 mpg.

Question 60: Which type of information should NEVER appear in a police incident report?

Speculation about a suspect's motive based on the officer's gut feeling (Correct answer)
The exact location where the incident occurred
Names of all involved parties
A description of evidence collected at the scene

Correct answer: Speculation about a suspect's motive based on the officer's gut feeling

Speculation and personal opinion have no place in incident reports. Officers should record only facts and directly observed information. Guesses about motive undermine the report's objectivity and credibility.

Question 61: A difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions; an event that departs from expectations

assignment
discrepancy (Correct answer)
acceptance
clemency

Correct answer: discrepancy

A 'discrepancy' refers to a lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts, claims, or opinions. It signifies an inconsistency or a difference that departs from what is expected. This definition perfectly aligns with the description of 'a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions; an event that departs from expectations.'

Question 62: When reviewing a standard street or topographic map to identify key infrastructure, which of the following symbols is most commonly used to represent a hospital?

A cross, often in red or blue (Correct answer)
A small airplane silhouette
An anchor
A star inside a circle

Correct answer: A cross, often in red or blue

While specific symbols can vary between map publishers, a cross (often a Greek cross or a red cross) is the most widely recognized and conventional symbol for a hospital or medical facility on maps.

Question 63: During a vehicle search, officers discover a locked box in the trunk. Under the automobile exception, officers may:

Open any container regardless of probable cause
Only open containers that are in plain sight
Open the locked box if probable cause supports the search extends to it (Correct answer)
Not open any locked containers without a warrant

Correct answer: Open the locked box if probable cause supports the search extends to it

Under the automobile exception, if probable cause supports the overall vehicle search, it extends to all containers — including locked boxes — that may contain the items sought.

Question 64: The forgetting curve concept, relevant to eyewitness testimony, suggests that:

Memory is perfectly preserved for up to one week, then suddenly disappears
Memory loss is most rapid in the hours immediately following an event, then gradually slows (Correct answer)
Memory loss occurs only during sleep
Memory becomes more accurate over time as details are processed

Correct answer: Memory loss is most rapid in the hours immediately following an event, then gradually slows

The forgetting curve shows that memory loss is steepest in the first few hours and days after experiencing something, then levels off over time.

Question 65: In law enforcement, curtilage refers to:

The legal boundary of a police officer's jurisdiction
The area immediately surrounding a home that shares the same 4th Amendment protections as the home itself (Correct answer)
A type of search warrant for rural properties
A court-issued order limiting police activity

Correct answer: The area immediately surrounding a home that shares the same 4th Amendment protections as the home itself

Curtilage is the yard, outbuildings, and immediate surroundings of a home that are considered legally part of the home for 4th Amendment purposes. Officers generally need a warrant to search curtilage.

Question 66: The word arraignment in criminal procedure refers to:

The sentencing hearing after conviction
The initial investigation of a crime by detectives
The formal court proceeding where charges are read to the defendant and a plea is entered (Correct answer)
The process of gathering evidence at a crime scene

Correct answer: The formal court proceeding where charges are read to the defendant and a plea is entered

Arraignment is the first court appearance after arrest where the defendant is formally advised of the charges and enters a plea (guilty, not guilty, or no contest).

Question 67: A policy states: Officers may not search a dwelling without a warrant unless exigent circumstances exist, the occupant consents, or the officer is in hot pursuit of a fleeing suspect. An officer searches after the homeowner says come in, look around. This action is:

Lawful only if the search yields evidence
Lawful because the homeowner consented (Correct answer)
Unlawful because no warrant was obtained
Unlawful because consent must be in writing

Correct answer: Lawful because the homeowner consented

The policy explicitly lists consent as one of the exceptions to the warrant requirement. The homeowner's verbal invitation constitutes consent, making the search lawful.

Question 68: An officer drives a patrol route that is 32 miles long. If the officer completes the entire route in 45 minutes, what is their average speed in miles per hour (mph)?

42 mph
38 mph
43 mph (Correct answer)
24 mph

Correct answer: 43 mph

First, convert the time from minutes to hours by dividing by 60: 45 minutes / 60 = 0.75 hours. Then, use the formula Speed = Distance / Time. Speed = 32 miles / 0.75 hours = 42.66... mph. The closest answer is 43 mph.

Question 69: An officer worked 3 overtime shifts of 4 hours each and 2 overtime shifts of 6 hours each. What is the total overtime?

24 hours (Correct answer)
22 hours
20 hours
18 hours

Correct answer: 24 hours

3 shifts x 4 hours = 12 hours, plus 2 shifts x 6 hours = 12 hours. Total: 12 + 12 = 24 hours.

Question 70: An officer is shown a scene photo and later asked whether there was a window open in the photo. The officer is uncertain. This uncertainty is BEST explained by:

The window may not have been in the officer's central focus during the observation period (Correct answer)
The officer was deliberately not paying attention
Windows are always open in training photos
The photo contained misleading information

Correct answer: The window may not have been in the officer's central focus during the observation period

Human attention is selective - we focus most intently on what we expect to be important. Background details like an open window may not receive conscious attention and therefore may not be encoded into memory.

Question 71: An officer responding to a burglary writes: The door looked like it was broken. What is wrong with this statement?

It contains too much detail
It uses proper police terminology
It accurately describes the scene
It is vague and not specific enough - should describe the actual damage observed (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It is vague and not specific enough - should describe the actual damage observed

Looked like it was broken is vague and passive. A proper report should describe specifically what was observed, such as The door frame was splintered and the deadbolt lock was forced from its housing.

Question 72: You are dispatched to a noise complaint. A teenager answers the door and says I did not think it was that loud. The BEST course of action is to:

Advise the teen to lower the volume, explain that neighbors called, and provide guidance without formal action given the minor nature of the complaint (Correct answer)
Leave without any interaction since the noise has stopped
Immediately cite the teen for a noise violation
Enter the home to conduct an inspection

Correct answer: Advise the teen to lower the volume, explain that neighbors called, and provide guidance without formal action given the minor nature of the complaint

A first-time minor noise complaint involving a teenager warrants a verbal warning and guidance rather than formal enforcement action. This approach is proportionate to the offense.

Question 73: A map scale reads 1 inch = 0.5 miles. Two locations on the map are 6 inches apart. What is the actual distance between the locations?

12 miles
6 miles
0.5 miles
3 miles (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 3 miles

Actual distance = map distance x scale = 6 inches x 0.5 miles per inch = 3 miles.

Question 74: What is the term for a formal accusation that a person has committed a crime?

Lawsuit
Conviction
Arrest
Indictment (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Indictment

An indictment is a formal accusation issued by a grand jury, stating that there is sufficient evidence to believe a person has committed a crime and should stand trial. It is a critical step in the legal process, signaling that the prosecution has presented enough probable cause to proceed with a felony case. This formal charge precedes the actual trial where guilt or innocence is determined.

Question 75: A crime scene is rectangular and measures 15 feet by 20 feet. What is the total area of the crime scene?

250 square feet
35 square feet
300 square feet (Correct answer)
70 square feet

Correct answer: 300 square feet

Area of a rectangle = length x width = 15 x 20 = 300 square feet.

Question 76: Which of the following best describes the correct order for writing an incident report narrative?

Alphabetical by witness name
Most dramatic events first, then background
Chronological order from first arrival to scene clearance (Correct answer)
By level of severity of offenses observed

Correct answer: Chronological order from first arrival to scene clearance

Incident report narratives should follow chronological order, starting with dispatch/initial call and proceeding through each action taken. This mirrors how events actually unfolded.

Question 77: What level of suspicion is required for an officer to conduct a brief investigative stop (Terry stop)?

Reasonable articulable suspicion (Correct answer)
Beyond a reasonable doubt
Probable cause
Mere curiosity

Correct answer: Reasonable articulable suspicion

A Terry stop requires reasonable articulable suspicion — specific, objective facts that suggest criminal activity — which is a lower standard than probable cause.

Question 78: You stop a vehicle for a broken taillight. A check reveals an outstanding misdemeanor warrant. The driver has two young children in the car. The BEST course of action is to:

Tell the driver about the warrant and ask them to turn themselves in tomorrow
Arrest the driver on the warrant, call for assistance regarding the children, and document the situation fully (Correct answer)
Ignore the warrant because children are present
Issue only a fix-it ticket and let the driver go

Correct answer: Arrest the driver on the warrant, call for assistance regarding the children, and document the situation fully

An outstanding warrant is a lawful basis for arrest that the officer is required to execute. The presence of children creates a complicating factor requiring additional coordination, not a reason to ignore the warrant.

Question 79: During a routine traffic stop, the driver begins to cry and states they are having a mental health crisis. The BEST response is to:

Call for a mental health co-responder or crisis-trained officer and attempt to de-escalate verbally (Correct answer)
Ignore the statement and proceed with the stop normally
Issue the ticket quickly and end the encounter
Immediately handcuff the driver for everyone's safety

Correct answer: Call for a mental health co-responder or crisis-trained officer and attempt to de-escalate verbally

Mental health crises require specialized response. Calling trained resources while verbally de-escalating reduces risk and is more effective than a purely enforcement approach.

Question 80: An investigator is sketching a crime scene in a rectangular room that is 25 feet long and 18 feet wide. A piece of evidence is located by taking two measurements from one of the corners. The first measurement is 8 feet along the length of the room, and the second is 5 feet along the width. What is the total area of the room?

40 square feet
86 square feet
450 square feet (Correct answer)
144 square feet

Correct answer: 450 square feet

The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width. The location of the evidence is extra information not needed to solve the problem. Area = Length × Width. Area = 25 ft × 18 ft = 450 square feet.

Question 81: Police utilize a variety of techniques to stop criminal suspects from escaping

handcuffs (Correct answer)
fingerprints
perpetrators

Correct answer: handcuffs

Handcuffs are a primary tool used by police officers to physically restrain suspects, preventing them from escaping or harming themselves or others. They are designed to secure a suspect's wrists, significantly limiting their mobility. This makes 'handcuffs' the most direct and effective technique among the options for stopping a suspect from escaping.

Question 82: In contrast to being guilty is

wanted
arrested
innocent (Correct answer)

Correct answer: innocent

'Guilty' means legally responsible for committing a crime or wrongdoing. The direct opposite, or contrast, to being guilty is being 'innocent,' which means free from moral or legal wrong. The other options, 'arrested' and 'wanted,' describe actions or states related to crime but are not antonyms of guilty.

Question 83: What is an affidavit in law enforcement?

A court order permitting a police action
A report filed after a use of force incident
An oral statement made by a suspect during questioning
A written statement made under oath and signed before an authorized official such as a judge or notary (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A written statement made under oath and signed before an authorized official such as a judge or notary

An affidavit is a formal written statement made under oath. Officers regularly write affidavits to support warrant applications, documenting the facts establishing probable cause.

Question 84: The status of being a homeless person.

Eviction
Zealotry
Trespass
Vagrancy (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Vagrancy

Vagrancy historically referred to the state of being without a permanent home or regular employment, often associated with homelessness and perceived idleness. While laws against vagrancy have largely been repealed or deemed unconstitutional due to their discriminatory nature, the term itself still describes the status of being a homeless person. It captures the essence of lacking a fixed abode and means of support.

Question 85: An officer responds to a burglary call. The homeowner is providing a list of stolen items. Which of the following actions demonstrates the best use of observation and memory skills during this initial interview?

Interrupting the homeowner frequently to ask for specific model numbers for each item.
Taking detailed notes of the stolen items while also observing the homeowner's demeanor and the condition of the room. (Correct answer)
Focusing only on high-value items and telling the homeowner to create a full list for the insurance company later.
Memorizing the entire list of items without writing anything down to show attentiveness.

Correct answer: Taking detailed notes of the stolen items while also observing the homeowner's demeanor and the condition of the room.

Effective police work requires multitasking. The officer must accurately record the facts of the crime (the stolen items) by taking detailed notes, as memory alone is unreliable. Simultaneously, the officer should use observation skills to assess the witness's credibility and demeanor, and to notice details about the crime scene (e.g., points of entry, disarray) that might be crucial to the investigation.

Question 86: Read this passage: Officers responding to disturbance calls must first assess the scene for immediate threats, then attempt to de-escalate the situation through verbal communication before resorting to any physical intervention. According to this passage, what is the FIRST thing officers should do?

Apply physical intervention
Assess the scene for immediate threats (Correct answer)
Contact dispatch for backup
Attempt verbal de-escalation

Correct answer: Assess the scene for immediate threats

The passage explicitly states first assess the scene for immediate threats - this is the first step described in the sequence.

Question 87: An officer on patrol is driving at 65 mph. A car passes the officer going in the same direction at a constant speed. The officer uses a roadside marker to determine the car is pulling away at a rate of 15 mph. Which of the following equations correctly represents the speed of the other car (C)?

C = 15 - 65
C = 65 / 15
C = 65 - 15
C = 65 + 15 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: C = 65 + 15

Since the car is pulling away from the officer while traveling in the same direction, its speed is the sum of the officer's speed and the rate at which it's pulling away. Therefore, you add the officer's speed (65 mph) to the separation speed (15 mph) to find the car's total speed. 65 + 15 = 80 mph.

Question 88: Theft is another name for this.

stolen
felony
robbery (Correct answer)

Correct answer: robbery

While theft is a broad term for taking someone's property, robbery specifically refers to theft that involves the use of force, violence, or intimidation against a person. It is a more serious crime than simple theft because it directly threatens the victim's safety. Therefore, 'robbery' is a more precise and severe form of theft.

Question 89: Which Supreme Court case established that evidence obtained in violation of the Fourth Amendment is generally inadmissible in court?

Mapp v. Ohio (Correct answer)
Graham v. Connor
Terry v. Ohio
Miranda v. Arizona

Correct answer: Mapp v. Ohio

Mapp v. Ohio (1961) applied the exclusionary rule to state courts, establishing that evidence obtained through unconstitutional searches and seizures is generally inadmissible in criminal proceedings.

Question 90: When documenting witness statements in an incident report, officers should:

Combine multiple witness statements into one account
Only record statements that support the officer's theory of the case
Quote witnesses directly using quotation marks when recording exact words (Correct answer)
Paraphrase all statements in police terminology

Correct answer: Quote witnesses directly using quotation marks when recording exact words

Direct quotes using quotation marks preserve the exact words spoken by witnesses and are more credible than paraphrased summaries. They are also protected from claims of misrepresentation.

Question 91: Under US traffic law, what is the minimum following distance recommended for vehicles traveling at highway speeds?

1 second
2 seconds
3 seconds (Correct answer)
5 seconds

Correct answer: 3 seconds

A minimum 3-second following distance is the standard recommendation for highway speeds to allow adequate reaction time.

Question 92: When recording a suspect's physical description in a report, which is the MOST important information to include?

The suspect's emotional state during the encounter
Height, weight, race, sex, age, hair color, and any distinctive features or clothing worn (Correct answer)
The officer's overall impression of the suspect's appearance
Only the suspect's name if known

Correct answer: Height, weight, race, sex, age, hair color, and any distinctive features or clothing worn

Physical descriptions must be comprehensive and specific to aid future identification. Height, weight, race, sex, estimated age, hair color, eye color, clothing, and distinctive features such as scars and tattoos are all critical.

Question 93: Officer Miller is writing a report on a burglary. He has gathered information about the point of entry, items stolen, witness statements, and the suspect's description. According to best practices, which of the '5 W's and H' is MOST important to include for the report to be considered complete?

What, When, and Where
Where, Why, and How
Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How (Correct answer)
Who, What, and When

Correct answer: Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How

A complete and thorough police report must answer the six fundamental questions: Who was involved? What happened? When did it happen? Where did it happen? Why did it happen (if known)? and How did it happen? Omitting any of these elements can leave critical gaps in the investigation.

Question 94: A school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm is stopped on a two-lane road. What must approaching traffic from both directions do?

Slow to 15 mph and proceed cautiously
Yield to pedestrians but may continue slowly
Stop only if children are visible
Stop and wait until the lights stop and arm retracts (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stop and wait until the lights stop and arm retracts

On a two-lane road, all traffic in both directions must come to a complete stop and wait until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is retracted.

Question 95: A suspect fled on foot and traveled 0.75 miles before being apprehended. An officer ran the same route at 6 miles per hour. How many minutes did it take the officer to cover that distance?

7.5 minutes (Correct answer)
6 minutes
9 minutes
8 minutes

Correct answer: 7.5 minutes

Time = Distance / Speed = 0.75 / 6 = 0.125 hours. 0.125 x 60 = 7.5 minutes.

Question 96: (V)make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals (adj) emotionally harden

corrupt
cajole
callous (Correct answer)
copious

Correct answer: callous

The word 'callous' can function as both a verb and an adjective, fitting the prompt's structure. As a verb, it means to make someone insensitive or emotionally hardened, while as an adjective, it describes someone who is emotionally hardened or unfeeling. This dual nature and meaning directly correspond to the given definition.

Question 97: Which law gives individuals the right to access government records and information?

Privacy Act
Classified Information Protection Act
Right to Information Act
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a federal law that grants the public the right to request access to records from any federal agency. It promotes transparency by allowing citizens to see what their government is doing, with certain exemptions for sensitive information. This act empowers individuals to hold government accountable by providing access to official documents and data.

Question 98: What is the primary purpose of the 'contact and cover' tactic during a pedestrian stop?

To allow both officers to question the subject simultaneously
To speed up the investigation by dividing duties
To document the encounter on two separate reports
To ensure one officer communicates while the other provides security (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To ensure one officer communicates while the other provides security

Contact and cover assigns one officer to communicate with the subject and one to watch for threats, enhancing officer safety.

Question 99: Which of the following is MOST likely to help an officer retain accurate memories of a critical incident for later reporting?

Discussing the incident in detail with other officers before writing
Relying entirely on memory without notes
Waiting 24 hours before taking any notes
Writing notes or a brief summary as soon as it is safe to do so (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Writing notes or a brief summary as soon as it is safe to do so

Writing notes immediately after an incident (when safe) captures details before memory fades. Memory degrades rapidly, especially after high-stress events.

Question 100: Which of the following describes the most appropriate language and tone for a police incident report?

Vague terminology to allow for broader interpretation in court.
Technical jargon and police-specific acronyms to demonstrate expertise.
Clear, concise, and professional language that is free of slang and personal bias. (Correct answer)
Emotional and descriptive language to convey the seriousness of the incident.

Correct answer: Clear, concise, and professional language that is free of slang and personal bias.

Police reports are official documents read by a wide audience, including supervisors, attorneys, judges, and the public. Therefore, the language must be clear, simple, and professional. Using jargon can cause confusion, and emotional or biased language can undermine the officer's credibility and the report's objectivity.

Police Officer Entrance Exam

The Police Officer Entrance Exam evaluates candidates on reading comprehension, mathematics, report writing, observation, and situational judgment skills required for law enforcement.

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