Question 1

Acute stress is continuous, lasts indefinitely, and may become debilitating.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A qualification that is reasonably necessary to perform the job is called a

Accepted Answer

A)  minimum qualification. 
B)  bona fide occupational qualification. 
C)  educational qualification. 
D)  hiring imperative. 
E)  employment imperative.

Question 3

Use of a testing or assessment center in the selection process is also called

Accepted Answer

A)  the multiple hurdle procedure. 
B)  situational testing. 
C)  bona fide occupational qualifying. 
D)  probationary testing. 
E)  psychoevaluation.

Question 4

Unwelcome sexual behavior such as jokes, cartoons, and repeated requests for sexual favors can result in

Accepted Answer

A)  hostile-environment harassment. 
B)  quid pro quo harassment. 
C)  reverse discrimination. 
D)  disparity. 
E)  profiling.

Question 5

What elements are common to most selection processes? Describe each element in detail.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What elements are common to most selection...

Question 6

Written examinations usually test for

Accepted Answer

A)  basic skills in reading and math. 
B)  knowledge of police work and procedure. 
C)  common sense and street smarts. 
D)  basic skills in reading and math, knowledge of police work and procedure, and common sense and street smarts. 
E)  none of these choices.

Question 7

Sexual harassment is prohibited by the

Accepted Answer

A)  Bill of Rights. 
B)  U.S. Constitution. 
C)  Civil Rights Act. 
D)  Equal Opportunity Act. 
E)  Victims of Harassment Act.

Question 8

Under EEOC legislation, applicants may be asked if they have ever been convicted of a crime.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Critical physical tasks required of law enforcement officers include

Accepted Answer

A)  walking. 
B)  running up and down stairs. 
C)  heavy lifting. 
D)  jumping. 
E)  all of these choices.

Question 10

A________________________ is an agency where people must belong to or join to be hired.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A________________________ is an agency where people must belong...

Question 11

Explain what happens during the probationary period for officer recruits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain what happens during the probationary period...

Question 12

Salaries among police departments nationwide are surprisingly uniform.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The oral interview is used to evaluate all except

Accepted Answer

A)  judgment. 
B)  technical knowledge. 
C)  emotional stability 
D)  social adaptability. 
E)  appearance.

Question 14

An approach being used to ensure police accountability, whereby individual officers are evaluated by a national board, is called

Accepted Answer

A)  moonlighting. 
B)  accreditation. 
C)  credentialing. 
D)  privatization. 
E)  affirmative action.

Question 15

The probationary period for a police officer is usually

Accepted Answer

A)  one month. 
B)  three months. 
C)  one year. 
D)  two years. 
E)  three years.

Question 16

Most police agencies require that a candidate to become a police officer

Accepted Answer

A)  be a U.S. citizen. 
B)  have a valid driver's license. 
C)  not have been convicted of a felony. 
D)  be a U.S. citizen, have a valid driver's license, and not have been convicted of a felony. 
E)  none of these choices.

Question 17

Studies show that women perform as well as men in police work and are

Accepted Answer

A)  lacking integrity more often than male officers. 
B)  easier to hire. 
C)  less apt to use excessive force. 
D)  involved in more pursuits.

Question 18

occurs when someone is consumed, rendered ineffective, or exhausted through overwork or stress.

Accepted Answer

The answer of occurs when someone is consumed, rendered ineffective,...

Question 19

What are some factors an individual should consider when seeking employment in law enforcement? What do you consider the five most important factors? What do you believe are traits that are most desirable in a law enforcement officer?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are some factors an individual should...

Question 20

An inability to hold continuous employment may indicate trouble getting along with supervisors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 12: Becoming a Law Enforcement Professional

Acute stress is continuous, lasts indefinitely, and may become debilitating.

A qualification that is reasonably necessary to perform the job is called a

Use of a testing or assessment center in the selection process is also called

Unwelcome sexual behavior such as jokes, cartoons, and repeated requests for sexual favors can result in

What elements are common to most selection processes? Describe each element in detail.

Written examinations usually test for

Sexual harassment is prohibited by the

Under EEOC legislation, applicants may be asked if they have ever been convicted of a crime.

Critical physical tasks required of law enforcement officers include

A________________________ is an agency where people must belong to or join to be hired.

Explain what happens during the probationary period for officer recruits.

Salaries among police departments nationwide are surprisingly uniform.

The oral interview is used to evaluate all except

An approach being used to ensure police accountability, whereby individual officers are evaluated by a national board, is called

The probationary period for a police officer is usually

Most police agencies require that a candidate to become a police officer

Studies show that women perform as well as men in police work and are

occurs when someone is consumed, rendered ineffective, or exhausted through overwork or stress.

What are some factors an individual should consider when seeking employment in law enforcement? What do you consider the five most important factors? What do you believe are traits that are most desirable in a law enforcement officer?

An inability to hold continuous employment may indicate trouble getting along with supervisors.