RCMP Verbal Reasoning 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A witness statement reads: 'The vehicle accelerated rapidly before the collision.' Which word is closest in meaning to 'accelerated'?
- Braked
- Sped up (Correct answer)
- Turned
- Reversed
Correct answer: Sped up
'Accelerated' means increased in speed, which is closest in meaning to 'sped up'.
Question 2: Read the passage: 'The RCMP officer was meticulous in documenting the scene.' What does 'meticulous' mean?
- Careless
- Extremely thorough and precise (Correct answer)
- Quick
- Reluctant
Correct answer: Extremely thorough and precise
'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail and being very careful and precise.
Question 3: Which sentence uses the word 'subsequent' correctly?
- The subsequent event happened before the first.
- Subsequent to the arrest, the suspect was processed. (Correct answer)
- The subsequent cause led to the effect before it.
- Subsequent means unrelated.
Correct 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.
Question 4: An RCMP report states: 'The complainant was visibly agitated.' What does 'agitated' mean in this context?
- Calm and composed
- Nervous and upset (Correct answer)
- Intoxicated
- Unresponsive
Correct answer: Nervous and upset
'Agitated' means in a state of anxiety or nervous excitement, indicating the person was visibly upset or disturbed.
Question 5: Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'The officer's testimony was _______, supported by video evidence and witness accounts.'
- Disputed
- Corroborated (Correct answer)
- Retracted
- Speculative
Correct answer: Corroborated
'Corroborated' means confirmed or supported by additional evidence, fitting the context of video and witness support.
Question 6: Which pair of words are ANTONYMS (opposite in meaning)?
- Hostile / Aggressive
- Transparent / Opaque (Correct answer)
- Prompt / Timely
- Cautious / Careful
Correct answer: Transparent / Opaque
Transparent means allowing light through or being open, while opaque means not transparent — these are antonyms.
Question 7: A report says the officer acted with 'impartiality.' What does this mean for the investigation?
- The officer favored one side
- The officer treated all parties fairly without bias (Correct answer)
- The officer lacked experience
- The officer delayed the investigation
Correct 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.
RCMP Verbal Reasoning 2
A witness statement reads: 'The vehicle accelerated rapidly before the collision.' Which word is closest in meaning to 'accelerated'?