Observation & Perception Flashcards
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When comparing a suspect photo to a live person, the officer should focus on:
Answer: Stable features like facial structure and scars
Stable features such as bone structure and scars are more reliable than changeable ones.
An officer should be cautious about first impressions because:
Answer: Initial perceptions can bias later observations
Early impressions can anchor and bias how later information is interpreted.
Which condition would MOST improve the accuracy of an eyewitness account?
Answer: A prolonged, close, well-lit observation
Longer, closer, well-lit viewing conditions produce more accurate accounts.
Noticing that a normally locked door is now ajar is an example of detecting:
Answer: An anomaly against the normal baseline
Spotting deviations from a known baseline is a key observational skill.
An officer hears glass break behind them while facing forward. Good observation practice is to:
Answer: Turn to assess the source while staying aware of surroundings
Sound is an important cue, and the officer should assess it without losing overall awareness.
Describing a suspect, an officer notes a 'scar above the left eyebrow.' This detail is valuable because it is:
Answer: A distinctive, relatively permanent identifier
Permanent distinctive marks like scars are strong identifiers for a suspect.
An officer who assumes a quiet neighborhood is 'safe' and stops scanning is at risk of:
Answer: Complacency that reduces situational awareness
Complacency lowers vigilance and can cause an officer to miss developing threats.