Question 1

__________ is the ability to interpret, understand, and manage one's own and others' emotions.

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Question 2

Detail the criticisms of physical agility testing.

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Question 3

Courts typically have supported the need for maximum weight standards or a height-to-weight proportion ratio.

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Courts have generally upheld the use of maximum weight standards or height-to-weight proportion ratios as a way to ensure that employees are physically fit and able to perform their job duties safely. However, they have also indicated that such standards should be job-related and consistent with business necessity.

Question 4

List and discuss the major steps in the police selection process.

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Question 5

On-the-job training of recently graduated recruits from the police academy is called __________.

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Question 6

The average probationary period for police officers ranges from __________

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Question 7

Courts have traditionally upheld police department no-smoking policies.

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Courts have generally upheld police department no-smoking policies, as they have a legitimate interest in promoting the health and wellness of their officers and maintaining a positive public image.

Question 8

All police departments have the same hiring standards that have to be met by applicants.

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While there are some general standards that apply to most police departments, each department has its own specific hiring standards and requirements that must be met by applicants. These can vary based on factors such as location, size, and needs of the department.

Question 9

The first use of the polygraph was by the Berkeley, California, police department in the late 1970s.

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The first use of the polygraph was actually in the early 1920s, by the Berkeley, California, police department's forensic unit.

Question 10

Describe some of the ways in which a candidate for police employment can locate police job openings.

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Question 11

At one time, the main requirement for becoming a police officer was the applicant's physical strength and courage.

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In the past, physical strength and courage were the main requirements for becoming a police officer. However, modern policing also requires other qualities such as intelligence, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Question 12

Most police departments administer polygraph examinations to candidates for the police officer position.

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Question 13

Police applicants must be at least 5 feet 8 inches tall to be selected for employment.

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There is no universal height requirement for police employment as it varies by agency and location. Some agencies may have height requirements, but it is not a universal requirement.

Question 14

As an alternative or in addition to the FTO program, a field training program that is designed to produce graduates capable of providing customer-centered, responsible, community-focused police services is called the __________

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Question 15

The police selection process is relatively simple and enables a candidate to become hired as a police officer within several months after taking the entrance examination.

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The police selection process is actually quite rigorous and includes multiple stages such as a written examination, physical fitness test, background check, psychological evaluation, and interview. The entire process can take several months to a year or more.

Question 16

Explain both sides of the argument that police applicants should be required to have a college degree.

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Question 17

Younger applicants are showing an increased dependence on texting and social media to communicate and seem to have less experience in face-to-face communications than their predecessors.

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Studies have shown that younger individuals are communicating more through texting and social media, and may struggle with face-to-face communication skills compared to previous generations.

Question 18

The period of time that a department has to evaluate a new officer's ability to perform his or her job effectively is called the __________.

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Question 19

Describe the field training process.

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Question 20

Why is emotional intelligence so necessary for law enforcement officers today?

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Quiz 4: Becoming A Police Officer