Question 1

Which of the following robbers plan their crimes randomly and give little consideration to victim selection,escape,or circumstances under which the crime will be committed?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

Which of the following is recommended for the first officer to reach the scene of a robbery in progress?

Accepted Answer

The first officer should cover the most likely exit from the robbery location to prevent the suspect(s) from escaping. This helps to contain the situation and increase the chances of apprehending the suspect(s). Parking too close or leaving the keys in the ignition can be dangerous, and attempting to apprehend the suspect(s) without backup can also be risky. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 3

Which of the following forms of physical evidence would NOT typically be found at a robbery crime scene?

Accepted Answer

Forged checks would not typically be found at a robbery crime scene as they are not a physical evidence of the crime that was committed. Fingerprints, binding material, and notes from the robber are all physical evidence that may be present at a robbery crime scene.

Question 4

Witnesses of a robbery should be:

Accepted Answer

Witnesses should be separated to avoid the risk of them influencing each other. This helps in ensuring that their individual accounts of the event are accurate and not biased by discussions with others.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a robber?

Accepted Answer

A "roller" of a child's lunch money involves taking money directly from someone using force or intimidation, which fits the definition of robbery.

Question 6

Many victims of the crime of robbery also claim they have been:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many victims of the crime of robbery...

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an example of robbery?

Accepted Answer

Robbery involves taking something by force or threat of force, whereas shoplifting involves stealthily taking something without force or threat of force. The other options all involve force or threat of force.

Question 8

Which of the following is the best example of the "smash-and-grab" robbery?

Accepted Answer

The scenario described in option C is the best example of a "smash-and-grab" robbery as it involves an unsuspecting victim being stopped at a relatively secluded location (an exit ramp) and the criminal(s) employing a tactic of breaking a window quickly to take something from inside the vehicle before fleeing the scene. The other options involve either stealing a vehicle or targeting a specific delivery truck, but do not necessarily involve the same element of surprise and quick action as a smash-and-grab robbery.

Question 9

An MO focuses on the behavior of the criminal during the commission of a crime.For example,the location of the robbery,such as a bank or convenience store,may identify certain groups of suspects.Other factors include:

Accepted Answer

The type of weapon used is part of the modus operandi (MO) as it relates to the behavior and methods used by the criminal during the crime. The physical description of the suspect and the color of the get-away vehicle are not behaviors or methods but rather identifying characteristics.

Question 10

Who is the most likely target of a street mugging?

Accepted Answer

Elderly people are often perceived as easier targets by criminals due to their potentially limited physical ability to defend themselves or pursue an assailant, making them more likely to be targeted for street muggings.

Question 11

Robbery involves which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Robbery involves attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person by force or threat of force. Breaking into a private residence is burglary, and theft of property without personal contact is larceny.

Question 12

What is the most common type of robbery?

Accepted Answer

According to the FBI, street muggings are the most common type of robbery. They occur when a perpetrator uses force or threat of force to steal property directly from a victim on a public street or in a public place.

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the typical commercial robbery?

Accepted Answer

Typical commercial robberies often target stores located on major streets due to the ease of access and escape, visibility for casing prior to the robbery, and the potential for higher foot traffic which can provide cover.

Question 14

Which of the following is true regarding home robberies?

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, 54 percent of home robberies are committed by acquaintances (such as friends, relatives, or neighbors), rather than strangers.

Question 15

Which of the following robbers will steal to obtain small amounts of money when he or she identifies what seems to be a vulnerable target?

Accepted Answer

An opportunistic robber will steal to obtain small amounts of money when he or she identifies what seems to be a vulnerable target. Professional robbers go after high-value targets, drug addict robbers typically steal to support their drug habit, and alcoholic robbers may steal to support their addiction but not necessarily target vulnerable individuals for small amounts of money.

Question 16

Which of the following robbers has a low commitment to robbery because of its danger,but a high commitment to theft because it supplies much-needed funds?

Accepted Answer

A drug addict robber may have a low commitment to robbery because they recognize the danger involved, but a high commitment to theft because they need to obtain funds to support their drug addiction.

Question 17

Physical evidence located at a crime scene includes:

Accepted Answer

Physical evidence located at a crime scene includes a wide variety of items, including notes, fingerprints, and fired cartridges. Therefore, the best choice is D, all of the above.

Question 18

When responding to a robbery in progress at a local gas convenience store,what should the first officer at the scene do if the robbery is still in progress with the suspect inside?

Accepted Answer

The first officer should not enter the store while the robbery is in progress to avoid escalating the situation and to ensure the safety of hostages or bystanders. Instead, they should secure the perimeter and wait for backup.

Question 19

When responding to calls in which the robbers have already left the scene,officers must prioritize their actions.What should they do first?

Accepted Answer

Taking care of any injured parties is the first priority to ensure their health and safety before proceeding with the investigation.

Question 20

The location of the robbery,the type of weapon used,the dress of the robber,and the amount and type of what was taken are all indications of the robber's:

Accepted Answer

The location, weapon, dress, and stolen items are all part of the robber's method of operation, which is their pattern or habits when conducting criminal acts. This information can be used to identify and track down the robber. The other options (B, C, D) are not relevant to the information given.

Quiz 10: Robbery