RCMP Written Communication Skills 2

Question 1

When writing an RCMP occurrence report, which sentence structure is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Short, active-voice sentences with clear subjects and verbs

Answer

Active-voice, concise sentences improve clarity and readability in police reports.

Question 2

A witness statement reads: 'The man, who was wearing a red jacket and was approximately 6 feet tall, ran quickly.' What is the best way to revise this for a report?

Accepted Answer

The suspect wore a red jacket, stood approximately 6 feet tall, and fled on foot.

Answer

The revised sentence is concise, uses parallel structure, and avoids vague language while retaining key details.

Question 3

Which word best replaces 'utilized' in the sentence 'The officer utilized a flashlight during the search'?

Accepted Answer

Used

Answer

'Used' is the simplest, clearest word and is preferred in plain-language police reports.

Question 4

In a police report, the phrase 'at this point in time' should be replaced with:

Accepted Answer

Now

Answer

'Now' is the shortest and clearest replacement, consistent with plain-language writing standards.

Question 5

Which of the following best demonstrates the correct use of chronological order in a police report?

Accepted Answer

Describing events in the order they occurred, from first to last

Answer

Chronological order helps investigators and courts reconstruct events accurately and logically.

RCMP - Royal Canadian Mounted Police Practice Test

RCMP - Royal Canadian Mounted Police Practice Test

RCMP Written Communication Skills 2