Verbal Reasoning Flashcards

A witness statement reads: 'The vehicle accelerated rapidly before the collision.' Which word is closest in meaning to 'accelerated'?

Answer: Sped up

'Accelerated' means increased in speed, which is closest in meaning to 'sped up'.

Read the passage: 'The RCMP officer was meticulous in documenting the scene.' What does 'meticulous' mean?

Answer: Extremely thorough and precise

'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail and being very careful and precise.

Which sentence uses the word 'subsequent' correctly?

Answer: Subsequent to the arrest, the suspect was processed.

'Subsequent' means coming after or following, so 'subsequent to the arrest' correctly means after the arrest.

An RCMP report states: 'The complainant was visibly agitated.' What does 'agitated' mean in this context?

Answer: Nervous and upset

'Agitated' means in a state of anxiety or nervous excitement, indicating the person was visibly upset or disturbed.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'The officer's testimony was _______, supported by video evidence and witness accounts.'

Answer: Corroborated

'Corroborated' means confirmed or supported by additional evidence, fitting the context of video and witness support.

Which pair of words are ANTONYMS (opposite in meaning)?

Answer: Transparent / Opaque

Transparent means allowing light through or being open, while opaque means not transparent — these are antonyms.

A report says the officer acted with 'impartiality.' What does this mean for the investigation?

Answer: The officer treated all parties fairly without bias

Impartiality means treating all sides equally without favoritism or bias, which is essential in fair investigations.