Question 1

In 1901, Connecticut established the world's first speed statute limiting the speed of

Accepted Answer

The term "horseless carriages" was used to refer to early automobiles in the early 1900s. Therefore, Connecticut's speed statute was limiting the speed of these early automobiles.

Question 2

Both general and specialized patrols seek to deter crime and apprehend criminals.

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Both general and specialized patrols have the goal of preventing and deterring criminal activity, as well as apprehending those who commit crimes.

Question 3

Bike patrols in the United States have been used

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Bike patrols were first introduced in the early 1900s, but they did not become widely used until the 1980s.

Question 4

When safety belts are combined with air bags, injuries

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When safety belts are combined with air bags, injuries are reduced by 68 percent. This is because the two systems work together to provide additional protection to the driver and passengers in the event of a crash. The safety belt helps to keep the occupant in place, while the airbag provides a cushion to absorb and distribute the impact of the crash. Studies have shown that using both safety belts and airbags together significantly reduces the risk of injury or death in a collision.

Question 5

Police officers in the United States were originally on foot or horseback.

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In the early days of American law enforcement, police officers patrolled on foot or horseback.

Question 6

All uniformed officers should enforce traffic laws because of the potential for

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Enforcing traffic laws can lead to the apprehension of a felon, thereby improving public safety. Meeting ticket quotas, receiving performance bonuses, meeting famous people, and proving fitness for promotion are not valid reasons for enforcing traffic laws.

Question 7

According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration studies, safety belts are more effective in preventing minor injuries than in preventing fatalities.

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Safety belts are more effective in preventing fatalities and serious injuries than in preventing minor injuries, as they are designed to keep occupants secure during severe crashes.

Question 8

Modern police patrol cars are greatly enhanced by technology.

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Modern police patrol cars are equipped with advanced technology, such as GPS tracking, onboard computers, digital cameras, and automated license plate recognition systems, which help officers to perform their duties more efficiently and effectively.

Question 9

Motorcycle officers were first introduced into policing in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Question 10

Calls for service may be answered by either sworn or non-sworn officers.

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Calls for service may be answered by both sworn (police officers with full law enforcement authority) and non-sworn officers (such as community service officers or civilian dispatchers).

Question 11

Crime mapping is used to keep track of where, within a specified jurisdiction, notorious criminals live.

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Crime mapping is primarily used to analyze and visualize crime patterns and trends in specific areas, not to track where individual criminals live.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true regarding racial profiling?

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Public opinion generally shows that a significant portion of Americans disapprove of racial profiling, and many believe it is a widespread issue. Additionally, most people do not support the idea of police using race as a factor in suspect profiling.

Question 13

Which of the following is not true about foot patrol?

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Foot patrol is generally considered a proactive approach to policing, aiming to prevent crime and address community issues before they escalate, rather than reacting to crimes after they occur.

Question 14

In which case did the Supreme Court rule: "The temporary detention of a motorist upon probable cause to believe he has violated the traffic laws does not violate the Fourth Amendment's prohibition against unreasonable seizures, even if a reasonable officer would not have stopped the motorist absent some additional law enforcement objective"?

Accepted Answer

The ruling "The temporary detention of a motorist upon probable cause to believe he has violated the traffic laws does not violate the Fourth Amendment's prohibition against unreasonable seizures, even if a reasonable officer would not have stopped the motorist absent some additional law enforcement objective" is from the case of Whren v. United States.

Question 15

Bicycle patrols have been extremely successful on college campuses.

Accepted Answer

Bicycle patrols have been proven to be effective in increasing visibility and accessibility in densely populated areas, making them ideal for college campuses where foot and vehicle traffic can be challenging to navigate. They also provide a more eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to traditional patrol cars.

Question 16

Research on the effectiveness of preventive patrol indicates that a crime prevented by a passing patrol car can be, and usually is, committed as soon as the police are gone.

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Research has consistently shown that preventive patrol has limited impact on crime prevention, as most crimes occur randomly and sporadically, making it difficult for police to predict and prevent them. Additionally, studies have shown that crimes prevented by a passing patrol car often occur soon after the police leave the area, indicating that the patrol had little lasting effect.

Question 17

CompStat is a computer comparison statistics system that

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CompStat is a computer-based system that enables police departments to track crime incidents almost in real-time, allowing them to identify and respond to crime patterns quickly. The system is not a replacement for NCIC, and its usage varies across police departments.

Question 18

In the early 1970s, law enforcement gave contacts with drunk drivers a low priority, preferring to avoid such encounters.

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This was a common practice in the early 1970s, as drunk driving was not seen as a serious offense and law enforcement agencies did not have the resources to actively enforce drunk driving laws. However, this attitude began to change in the late 1970s as public outcry over the number of drunk driving accidents and fatalities increased.

Question 19

Police who patrol on foot have greater job satisfaction, less fear, and higher morale than officers who patrol in automobiles.

Accepted Answer

According to research, police who patrol on foot have reported greater job satisfaction, less fear, and higher morale compared to those who patrol in automobiles.

Question 20

According to the National Neighborhood Foot Patrol Center, foot patrol is an exercise in

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Quiz 5: Patrol: the Backbone of Policing