General Practice Flashcards
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A map shows the station at the center. The hospital is northwest. To reach it, an officer travels:
Answer: Up and to the left
On a standard map, northwest is up and to the left.
Which statement in a report is a fact rather than an opinion?
Answer: The suspect was wearing a black jacket
A described, observable detail like clothing color is a verifiable fact.
An officer recovers $250 in one wallet and $175 in another. How much total?
Answer: $425
$250 plus $175 equals $425.
Which is the best reason to maintain the chain of custody for evidence?
Answer: To ensure evidence is admissible and untampered in court
Chain of custody proves evidence integrity for court use.
A suspect ran south for 2 blocks, then turned and ran 3 blocks east. Where is the suspect relative to the start?
Answer: Southeast
Moving south then east places the suspect southeast of the starting point.
Which of these is the most professional way to address a member of the public during a stop?
Answer: Politely and respectfully
Professional, respectful communication builds trust and reduces conflict.
If a 24-hour period is divided into three equal shifts, how long is each shift?
Answer: 8 hours
24 divided by 3 equals 8 hours per shift.