Question 1

A police officer randomly stops three black men on the street and conducts a search of their backpacks. At first the men try to explain to the officer that he is not allowed to do that, but ultimately, they decide to cooperate with the police. This is an example of which of the following criticisms of reactive policing?

Accepted Answer

This scenario exemplifies community stereotyping, where individuals are targeted based on their race or appearance rather than any specific evidence of wrongdoing. The officer's decision to search the backpacks of the three black men without a clear reason reflects a bias or stereotype about a particular community.

Question 2

What type of investigation by detectives includes locating people who may have witnessed the crime but are no longer at the scene?

Accepted Answer

Secondary investigations involve locating people who may have witnessed the crime but are no longer at the scene, as well as gathering additional evidence to support the primary investigation.

Question 3

Hussain is a police officer who feels that minor neighbourhood disputes should be resolved in an informal manner by the police. Which policing style is Hussain in favour of?

Accepted Answer

The watchman style of policing emphasizes maintaining order through informal means, including resolving minor disputes informally, which aligns with Hussain's view.

Question 4

Diana is a police officer who believes that without the police society would become chaotic; she also believes that the police shouldn't engage in any social service activities. Which policing style is Diana in favour of?

Accepted Answer

Diana's belief aligns with the "crime fighter" policing style, which emphasizes law enforcement and the maintenance of order over social service activities.

Question 5

What percentage of all arrests of suspects are made by patrol officers rather than detectives?

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Question 6

Which of the following is a component of the criminal investigation process?

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Question 7

Ruth is a police officer who responds to the citizens in her area by arresting outsiders, although she knows that many local residents also engage in the same behaviours. Which policing style is Ruth in favour of?

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Question 8

According to Wilson, which policing style is also referred to as the legalistic style?

Accepted Answer

According to Wilson, the policing style also referred to as the legalistic style is the "law enforcer." This style emphasizes strict adherence to laws and regulations, focusing on formal enforcement of the law rather than individual discretion or community service.

Question 9

Amirah is a patrol officer in Toronto. Which of the following is NOT one of the patrol issues she would commonly deal with?

Accepted Answer

Theft at the corner store is not a patrol issue that Amirah would commonly deal with as a patrol officer in Toronto.

Question 10

While Fatemah was walking home from work, she was approached by three young men who snatched her purse and ran down an alley to escape. People who saw the incident suggested she call the police, but she didn't feel the police would be responsive. Fortunately, she did not have too much money in her wallet. What is Fatemah's attitude toward the police an example of?

Accepted Answer

Fatemah's attitude toward the police is an example of legal cynicism, which reflects a lack of confidence or trust in the legal system and its agents to effectively respond to crime and enforce the law.

Question 11

Police officers decided to attend a community harvest festival that was taking place in a small Newfoundland fishing village. Many local residents would be in attendance and the police hoped to restore the relationship between them and the community. What is this type of policing an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of proactive policing, where police engage with the community in non-enforcement activities to build trust and prevent crime before it happens, rather than responding to incidents after they occur.

Question 12

What policing style involves all crime-related incidents and suspects being treated in accordance with the formal dictates of the law?

Accepted Answer

The "law enforcer" policing style strictly adheres to the formal dictates of the law, ensuring that all crime-related incidents and suspects are treated according to legal procedures and regulations.

Question 13

What type of investigation by detectives includes interviewing victims and witnesses as well as examining the crime scene?

Accepted Answer

Routine investigations involve interviewing victims and witnesses, as well as examining the crime scene, to gather evidence and information pertinent to solving a crime.

Question 14

What policing style emphasizes the maintenance of public order?

Accepted Answer

The watchman style of policing emphasizes the maintenance of public order, often found in communities with a desire for peace over strict law enforcement.

Question 15

What policing style emphasizes the idea that without the "thin blue line," society would descend into chaos?

Accepted Answer

The "crime fighter" policing style emphasizes the idea that police are the frontline defense against societal chaos, focusing on strict law enforcement and order maintenance.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT part of the Three-R's strategy functions?

Accepted Answer

The Three-R's strategy in policing focuses on Random preventive patrol, Rapid response to calls by patrol officers, and Reactive criminal investigation. "One-size-fits-all" does not fit into this strategy as it suggests a uniform approach to all situations, which is contrary to the adaptive and situation-specific nature of the Three-R's.

Question 17

What type of investigation by detectives includes checking police records and other agencies and interviewing suspects?

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Question 18

Between 2003 and 2013, how quickly were the majority of murders in Canada solved?

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Question 19

You wake up to discover that during the night someone broke into your car and stole your stereo. Although it is not an emergency you call the police, and they advise you to file a report at the local police station. This is an example of which type of policing?

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Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a basic purpose or activity of police patrol?

Accepted Answer

The basic purpose of police patrol includes deterring crime by maintaining a visible presence (not non-visible), responding quickly to law violations or emergencies, facilitating the movement of traffic and people, and creating a sense of security in the community. Therefore, maintaining a non-visible police presence does not align with the objectives of police patrol.

Quiz 6: The Practice of Policing