Question 1

Microsoft MS Access 2000 is a software program that can _______.

Accepted Answer

Microsoft MS Access 2000 is a database management system that can be used to store, retrieve, and analyze data. It can help in detecting multiple crime series, trends, sprees, clusters, or patterns by organizing and analyzing data related to crimes. However, it does not have the capability to predict future hot spots of crime, detect individual criminal offenders on its own, or do the work of a crime analyst without human intervention.

Question 2

Although having communicated the existence of a crime pattern through a bulletin or report is part of a tactical crime analyst's job, he or she must also ______________.

Accepted Answer

A tactical crime analyst must not only communicate the existence of a crime pattern but also work with other units within the department to come up with strategies to address the crime pattern. Conducting lab tests and investigating crime scenes are not typically part of the tactical crime analyst's job, and carrying out menial tasks assigned by the Chief is not relevant to the job duties.

Question 3

The crime analyst cannot provide actionable information if they do not have the ______________, which includes modern computers; software for data analysis, statistics and publications; and a geographic information system (GIS).

Accepted Answer

In order to provide actionable information, the crime analyst needs the necessary equipment, such as modern computers and software for data analysis and statistics, as well as a geographic information system (GIS). Without these tools, the crime analyst may not be able to effectively analyze and present data to assist law enforcement in preventing and solving crimes. Permission from the Citizens Review Board or money for luxury items are not necessary for the crime analyst to provide actionable information, and complete freedom to do what they want may actually hinder their ability to effectively analyze and present data.

Question 4

A good first step in orienting the crime analysis unit toward an operational focus is to make sure crime analysts ______________.

Accepted Answer

In order to have an operational focus, crime analysts must leave the office to gather information, collaborate with law enforcement personnel in the field, and observe crime trends in person. Staying isolated in the office or ivory tower without any practical experience may hinder the effectiveness of crime analysis in providing actionable intelligence to support law enforcement operations.

Question 5

In many police departments, the typical response to any identified crime pattern, crime series, hot spot, crime trend, or crime problem is the ______________ .

Accepted Answer

Directed patrol is the most common response to identified crime patterns, series, hot spots, trends or problems. It involves deploying officers to specific areas where crimes are likely to occur in order to prevent crime, deter criminals, and arrest offenders. This approach is based on the theory that the presence of police officers in a particular area reduces the opportunities for crime to occur.

Question 6

A directed patrol is focused patrol; that is, patrol resources are concentrated at the times and in the places with the ______________.

Accepted Answer

Directed patrol is a proactive approach that focuses on areas with high rates of crime or where crimes are likely to occur. Therefore, the resources are concentrated at the times and in the places with the highest risks of serious crime. The goal is to prevent crime by deterring potential offenders and responding quickly to incidents.

Question 7

Tactical analysis and the identification of crime patterns require tactical responses; tactical responses refers to _______.

Accepted Answer

Tactical responses, in the context of identifying and addressing crime patterns, require quick and efficient actions that can effectively stop a crime pattern or series from continuing. This can involve deploying resources and personnel strategically to address specific areas or types of crimes.

Question 8

The installation of security alarms would be an example of ______________.

Accepted Answer

Target hardening approaches involve increasing physical security measures to prevent or deter crime. Installing security alarms is a common example of target hardening. Target softening approaches focus on addressing the root causes of crime, covert approaches involve undercover operations, and drug suppression approaches involve targeting drug-related offenses.

Question 9

When established groups of officers, who are given assignments by crime analysts, spend their shifts intervening in patterns and problems, the name given to these officers is ______________,

Accepted Answer

Impact teams are established groups of officers that are given assignments by crime analysts and spend their shifts intervening in patterns and problems. Roving bands and SWAT units do not necessarily focus on patterns and problems, and Internal Affairs investigates misconduct within law enforcement agencies.

Question 10

A properly designed ______________ can make excellent use of crime analysis.

Accepted Answer

CompStat-style systems are specifically designed for crime analysis and use data to inform policing strategies and operations. Police cars may have technology for crime analysis, but they are not as comprehensive as a CompStat system. Computer rooms and VW buses do not necessarily have any specific design features for crime analysis.

Question 11

______________ is one of the central components to tactical analysis and one of the main skills analysts must develop as they investigate the commonalities that make up pattern crimes.

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking is essential in tactical analysis as analysts must be able to analyze data and information to identify patterns and connections. This skill involves being able to objectively evaluate information, consider alternative perspectives, and make logical conclusions. While the other options (toughness, quality control, a good computer) may be helpful in various aspects, they are not as fundamental to tactical analysis as critical thinking.

Question 12

A well-written report should denote several critical details that an analyst uses when considering-and examining-commonalities; These factors include type of crime, temporal concentration, spatial concentration, MO and ______________.

Accepted Answer

Property taken is a crucial detail to include in a crime report as it helps identify potential motives and suspects. The other options listed are either not relevant or not necessary for an analyst to consider when examining commonalities in crime.

Question 13

The results of the analysis of crime patterns should be incorporated into a workable product that can be used not only for strategic and tactical planning, but also as an ______________.

Accepted Answer

The sentence suggests that the workable product incorporating the analysis of crime patterns should serve as an investigative aid for officers, as well as a tool for strategic and tactical planning. Choices A, B, and C are not mentioned and do not align with the intended purpose of the product.

Quiz 11: Tactical Crime Analysis