Question 1

A learning organization actively engages, evaluates, and adapts by continually assessing its environmental demands and operational methods.

Accepted Answer

A learning organization is constantly learning and adapting to change. They focus on improving themselves through continuous feedback and assessment. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 2

The first adaptation of the strategic management process in policing occurred in 1994 in the Chicago Police Department with the development of Compstat.

Accepted Answer

The first adaptation of the strategic management process in policing with Compstat actually occurred in the New York City Police Department in 1994, not the Chicago Police Department.

Question 3

The art and science of formulating and implementing strategies to accomplish organizational goals and objectives is known as strategic management.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. Strategic management involves the process of analyzing the organization's current position, setting goals and objectives, formulating and implementing strategies, and evaluating performance to achieve success.

Question 4

Early 20th-century police reformers believed that an administratively controlled police department commanded by a strong independent chief was the ideal administrative model for policing.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Early 20th-century police reformers, such as August Vollmer and O.W. Wilson, advocated for an administratively controlled police department led by a strong independent chief. They believed that this model would increase professionalism and efficiency in law enforcement.

Question 5

Managerial decisions in learning organizations are influenced by a diverse set of factors that are derived from without and within these organizations.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Managerial decisions in learning organizations are influenced by internal factors such as organizational culture, values, goals, and external factors such as legal, economic, technological, and social factors. These factors can shape the decision-making process and impact the outcomes of the organization.

Question 6

The period in which the development of American urban police departments began in the 1840s and lasted into the early part of the 20th century was identified by Kelling and Moore as the Community Era.

Accepted Answer

The period described by Kelling and Moore as the Community Era actually began in the 1970s, focusing on community-based crime prevention strategies. The development of American urban police departments in the 1840s into the early 20th century is identified as the Political Era.

Question 7

According to O. W. Wilson, each assignment of responsibility must carry with it a commensurate authority to accomplish the task.

Accepted Answer

O. W. Wilson believed in the concept of unity of command which suggests that for effective delegation, there must be a match between the responsibility assigned and the corresponding authority given to accomplish the task. Therefore, each assignment of responsibility must carry with it commensurate authority.

Question 8

A product of the deprofessionalization syndrome is the creation of street cop culture.

Accepted Answer

The deprofessionalization syndrome refers to the undermining of the professional status of police officers. As a result, police officers may develop a sense of camaraderie and loyalty to their fellow officers over their duty to the community. This can lead to the development of a street cop culture, characterized by a focus on loyalty to fellow officers and a certain cynicism towards the community they serve.

Question 9

The Strategy reform era involves community partnerships, response to calls-for-service, and after-the-occurrence crime investigation.

Accepted Answer

The Strategy reform era is characterized by the professionalization of the police force, focusing on law enforcement and crime fighting rather than community partnerships and proactive strategies.

Question 10

Wilson and Kelling claimed that fighting crime is important; however, fighting fear is essential in order for communities to survive.

Accepted Answer

Wilson and Kelling argued that while fighting crime is important, it is equally essential to combat fear and the sense of disorder in communities in order for them to thrive.

Question 11

Identify and describe the eras of professional policing development.

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Question 12

Define the characteristics of strategic policing.

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Question 13

Describe and identify the relevance of Peel's Principles of Law Enforcement.

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Question 14

Describe the various types of American police departments.

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Question 15

Identify the characteristics of the top suburban police departments.

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Quiz 1: The Evolution of Police Leadership and Administration