Question 1

Report of the initial analysis scanning step) of a problem does all of the following except:&#10;A)Details why the problem is occurring&#10;B)Narrows the scope of the problem&#10;C)Identifies that available data are inadequate to study the problem&#10;D)Is typically disseminated using a PowerPoint presentation

Accepted Answer

The initial analysis or scanning step of a problem primarily focuses on identifying and narrowing down the scope of the problem, determining if there is adequate data to study the problem, and deciding on the best way to disseminate findings. It does not typically delve into detailing why the problem is occurring, as this is more aligned with the deeper analysis phase.

Question 2

Every analysis product should include a discussion of how the various findings support or refute the hypotheses that were developed at the beginning of the analysis.

Accepted Answer

It is important to include a discussion of how the findings support or refute the hypotheses developed in the beginning of the analysis. This provides insight into whether the original assumptions and expectations were accurate or if they need to be revised based on the data.

Question 3

These reports include reviews of the literature on the problems or topics analyzed, discussion of the analyses of secondary and primary data, presentation of findings, and recommendations based on the findings.

A)Memos
B)Weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and maps
C)Annual reports
D)Research, evaluation, and problem reports

D

Accepted Answer

Research, evaluation, and problem reports typically involve reviewing literature and analyzing data to present findings and recommendations. Memos are typically shorter and do not involve extensive analysis, and weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and maps are more focused on ongoing operations rather than in-depth analysis. Annual reports are more focused on summarizing overall performance rather than analyzing specific problems or topics.

Question 4

In strategic crime analysis, no more than 6 months of data should be analyzed at one time

Accepted Answer

Strategic crime analysis often involves analyzing data over longer periods of time, such as a year or more, in order to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.

Question 5

The following chart is lacking in which component:&#10;A)Title&#10;B)Labels&#10;C)File path&#10;D)Disclaimer&#10;

Accepted Answer

The chart is lacking in labels which provide essential information about the data represented in the chart. The title is not necessary as it is not clear what the chart is about and there is no data to be found in the file path or disclaimer.

Question 6

Most strategic crime analysis products are 5-7 pages in length.

Accepted Answer

There is no set length for strategic crime analysis products as they can vary depending on the specific analysis being conducted and the audience it is being presented to. They can range from a few pages to a detailed report spanning multiple volumes.

Question 7

&#34;The data include only those crime reported to police,&#34; is an example of a:&#10;A)Recommendation&#10;B)Disclaimer&#10;C)Crime prevention tip&#10;D)Title

Accepted Answer

This statement is a disclaimer, as it clarifies that the data being presented represents only crimes reported to the police and does not necessarily reflect the total number of crimes that occurred.

Question 8

These reports, produced yearly, present analysts' conclusions based on descriptive statistics for the entire jurisdiction for the preceding year and comparison of the data with previous years.&#10;A)Memos&#10;B)Weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and maps&#10;C)Annual reports&#10;D)Research, evaluation, and problem reports

Accepted Answer

The given description matches the content and purpose of annual reports, which are produced yearly and provide a summary and analysis of data and trends for an entire jurisdiction over the preceding year, as well as comparisons with previous years. The other options are not comprehensive enough or do not match the frequency or scope of the described reports. Memos are short and informal communication tools, whereas weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and maps may cover narrower topics or periods of time. Research, evaluation, and problem reports are more specialized and targeted at specific issues or projects.

Question 9

Maps contain the following features that other strategic products do not include:&#10;A)Geocoding match rate, labels, scale bar&#10;B)Geocoding match rate, scale bar, north directional&#10;C)Geocoding match rate, title, north directional&#10;D)Legend, scale bar, north directional, labels

Accepted Answer

The answer of Maps contain the following features that other...

Question 10

One of the weaknesses of current strategic crime analysis is providing too much information and not sifting through information before dissemination.

Accepted Answer

This is a common issue in strategic crime analysis where there is a tendency to provide extensive data and information without proper analysis and filtering, which can lead to a lack of actionable insights for law enforcement agencies.

Question 11

It is common practice for analysts to change data and results to depict what police managers ask for.

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is common practice for analysts to...

Question 12

Considering the audience of analysis products is key in choosing methods and methods of dissemination.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

In the following chart, the title is missing the following:&#10;A)The nature of the data&#10;B)The unit of geography on which the report focuses&#10;C)The date range analyzed&#10;D)The name of the analyst who produced the report

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the following chart, the title is...

Question 14

The title of a strategic crime analysis product should include all except:&#10;A)The nature of the data&#10;B)The unit of geography on which the report focuses&#10;C)The date range analyzed&#10;D)The name of the analyst who produced the report

Accepted Answer

The answer of The title of a strategic crime analysis...

Question 15

Which are documents in which calls for service, crime and accident analysis are produced regularly and distributed through intradepartmental channels.&#10;A)Memos&#10;B)Weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and maps&#10;C)Annual reports&#10;D)Research, evaluation, and problem reports

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which are documents in which calls for...

Question 16

There are specific rules and guidelines for disseminating strategic crime analysis information.

Accepted Answer

The answer of There are specific rules and guidelines for...

Question 17

The results of simple queries or specific requests are often presented in this form:&#10;A)Memos&#10;B)Weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and maps&#10;C)Annual reports&#10;D)Research, evaluation, and problem reports

Accepted Answer

The answer of The results of simple queries or specific...

Question 18

Report of the analysis findings analysis step) of a problem contains all of the following except:&#10;A)Finding about the problem both from national and local research&#10;B)Conclusions from hypotheses derived as part of this process&#10;C)Recommendations for responses based on the research and analysis conclusions&#10;D)Whether the responses worked

Accepted Answer

The answer of Report of the analysis findings analysis step)...

Deck 15: Strategic Crime Analysis Results and Dissemination