Question 1

Which of the following is an advantage of random patrol?
A) reduction of set patrol patterns
B) increased freedom of the police
C) greater visibility
D) all of these

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is an advantage...

Question 2

Law enforcement productivity has traditionally been measured by __________.
A) the value of recovered property
B) the reduction of crashes and crime
C) arrests, stops and traffic citations
D) all of these

Accepted Answer

Law enforcement productivity is a complex concept that cannot be solely defined by one specific factor. It is best measured by a combination of factors such as the value of recovered property, the reduction of crashes and crime, as well as arrests, stops, and traffic citations. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Question 3

The ______________________________, a concept borrowed from geography, states that spatial patterns observed for crime rates vary as the analysis progresses through increasingly smaller scales.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ______________________________, a concept borrowed from geography,...

Question 4

Citizen police academy participants, citizen patrols and reservists are primarily, if not solely, __________.
A) certified professional officers
B) paraprofessionals
C) volunteers
D) police academy dropouts

Accepted Answer

Citizen police academy participants, citizen patrols and reservists are volunteers who assist law enforcement agencies in various ways but are not certified professional officers.

Question 5

Incivilities lead to __________.
A) lower victimization rates
B) diminished resident perception of the fear of crime
C) higher crime rates
D) all of these

Accepted Answer

Incivilities, such as graffiti, littering, and public drunkenness, can contribute to a sense of disorder and lack of social control in a neighborhood, which can eventually lead to higher crime rates. Additionally, these incivilities can also diminish resident perception of the fear of crime, making them feel less safe in their community. Lower victimization rates could only occur if incivilities are effectively addressed and deter potential offenders. However, as the question refers to incivilities in general, this option can be considered incorrect.

Question 6

MIS stands for ____________________________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of MIS stands for ____________________________________....

Question 7

Lists, check-off/timetable guides, building plans/blueprints, maps, diagrams, shut-down procedures, resource lists of help available in the community, who to contact to get that help and other mutual aid and regional assistance are all elements of a __________.
A) terrorist attack
B) comprehensive disaster plan
C) hostage situation
D) preplanning program

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive disaster plans typically include all of these elements to help prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters. Terrorist attacks and hostage situations are specific types of emergencies that may be addressed within a comprehensive disaster plan, but they do not encompass all of the necessary elements. Preplanning programs may also be a component of disaster planning, but are not comprehensive on their own.

Question 8

_______________ agreements, commonly used to prepare for emergencies, can play a greater role in preventing and responding to the threat of terrorism.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ agreements, commonly used to prepare for...

Question 9

The ______________________ is a model that illustrates how the three elements of motivated suspect, suitable victim and adequate location are required for a crime to occur.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ______________________ is a model that illustrates...

Question 10

Which is not a goal of the Guardian Angels according to your text?
A) provide educational school programs
B) raise gang awareness
C) make citizen arrests
D) prevent bullying

Accepted Answer

The Guardian Angels are known for community safety and crime prevention, but making citizen arrests is not a primary goal.

Question 11

A ___________ is a specific number or proportional share that each is expected to contribute or receive.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A ___________ is a specific number or...

Question 12

Studies have found that two-officer patrol units are __________.
A) safer than single-officer units
B) less likely to generate a complaint from a citizen
C) less cost-effective than single-officer units
D) all of these

Accepted Answer

The answer of Studies have found that two-officer patrol units...

Question 13

Which of the following statements about aggressive patrol is not true?
A) It focuses on the prevention of crime.
B) It focuses on the detection of crime.
C) It is reactive.
D) none-all are true

Accepted Answer

Aggressive patrol is a proactive approach that focuses on the prevention of crime through increased police presence and visibility. It is not reactive and does not solely rely on the detection of crime. Therefore, statement C is not true. Statements A and B are true.

Question 14

The most common method of patrol is ____________ patrol.
A) foot
B) automobile
C) motorcycle
D) air

Accepted Answer

Automobile patrol is the most common method of patrol because it allows officers to cover a larger area more efficiently and quickly. Foot patrol is limited to a smaller area and motorcycle and air patrol are used in specific situations or for specialized units.

Question 15

Which of the following statements regarding foot patrol is not true?
A) It is the least expensive patrol method.
B) It is proactive rather than reactive.
C) It is an excellent means of developing rapport between beat officers and citizens.
D) It is an important component of community policing.

Accepted Answer

Foot patrol is not the least expensive patrol method as it requires more personnel and time compared to motorized patrol. However, it offers several benefits such as being proactive, developing rapport with the community, and being an important component of community policing.

Question 16

One symptom of low productivity is __________.
A) low absenteeism
B) unreasonable grievances
C) increased reasonable complaints
D) low crash rates

Accepted Answer

Unreasonable grievances can be a symptom of low productivity as they may indicate employee dissatisfaction or disengagement, which can negatively impact productivity levels.

Question 17

A goal of random patrol is __________.
A) to reduce response time
B) to maintain set patrol pattern habits
C) both to reduce response time and to maintain set patrol pattern habits
D) neither to reduce response time nor to maintain set patrol pattern habits

Accepted Answer

Random patrol aims to reduce response time by ensuring that patrol units are spread out and can quickly respond to incidents, rather than maintaining set patrol patterns.

Question 18

Productivity may be boosted by __________.
A) supporting creativity
B) rewarding good work attendance
C) setting clear organizational goals
D) all of these

Accepted Answer

All of these options can contribute to boosting productivity. Supporting creativity can lead to innovative solutions and improved efficiency. Rewarding good work attendance can motivate employees to show up consistently and be accountable for their work. Setting clear organizational goals can help to focus efforts and provide a sense of direction for employees.

Question 19

On October 26, 2001, President Bush signed into law the ________________ Act, giving police unprecedented ability to search, seize, detain or eavesdrop in their pursuit of possible terrorists.

Accepted Answer

The answer of On October 26, 2001, President Bush signed...

Question 20

Which is not an objective of the Law Enforcement Explorer Program?
A) provide a program of training that educates young adults on the purpose, mission and objectives of law enforcement agencies
B) provide an opportunity for service
C) to provide a safe and secure place for youth
D) to help Explorers to become better citizens

Accepted Answer

While providing a safe and secure environment may be a benefit of the Law Enforcement Explorer Program, it is not listed as an objective of the program. The other options are all listed as objectives in the question.

Quiz 13: Deploying Law Enforcement Resources and Improving Productivity

Which of the following is an advantage of random patrol?

Law enforcement productivity has traditionally been measured by __________.

The ______________________________, a concept borrowed from geography, states that spatial patterns observed for crime rates vary as the analysis progresses through increasingly smaller scales.

Citizen police academy participants, citizen patrols and reservists are primarily, if not solely, __________.

Incivilities lead to __________.

MIS stands for ____________________________________.

Lists, check-off/timetable guides, building plans/blueprints, maps, diagrams, shut-down procedures, resource lists of help available in the community, who to contact to get that help and other mutual aid and regional assistance are all elements of a __________.

_______________ agreements, commonly used to prepare for emergencies, can play a greater role in preventing and responding to the threat of terrorism.

The ______________________ is a model that illustrates how the three elements of motivated suspect, suitable victim and adequate location are required for a crime to occur.

Which is not a goal of the Guardian Angels according to your text?

A ___________ is a specific number or proportional share that each is expected to contribute or receive.

Studies have found that two-officer patrol units are __________.

Which of the following statements about aggressive patrol is not true?

The most common method of patrol is ____________ patrol.

Which of the following statements regarding foot patrol is not true?

One symptom of low productivity is __________.

A goal of random patrol is __________.

Productivity may be boosted by __________.

On October 26, 2001, President Bush signed into law the ________________ Act, giving police unprecedented ability to search, seize, detain or eavesdrop in their pursuit of possible terrorists.

Which is not an objective of the Law Enforcement Explorer Program?