CLEET EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
Ethics is a code of _____ which guide our choices and actions and determine the
purpose and course of our lives. - ANSWER-values
A code of conduct put forward by a society, some other group (religion), or by an
individual regarding his /her own behavior is a definition of _____ - ANSWER-morality
Knowledge and abilities that a person gains throughout life is the definition of _____ -
ANSWER-skills
Ethical drift is defined as a _____ of ethical behavior that occurs in individuals below
their level of awareness - ANSWER-gradual erosion
When leadership is _____, policy is not recognized - ANSWER-fragmented
Ethical judgment can be undermined in otherwise _____ people - ANSWER-ethical
Once _____ is/are greater than values, it becomes easier to make further concessions -
ANSWER-self-interest
The larger and greater the unthinking drift, the less the recognition of the slide down the
_____ - ANSWER-slippery slope
Ethics is about putting principles into action. Consistency between what we say we
value and what our actions say we value is a matter of _____ - ANSWER-integrity
,A person's state of readiness to make a "big" ethical decision is known as _____ -
ANSWER-ethical fitness
A code of values which guides our choices and actions, and determines the purpose
and course of our lives is the definition of _____ - ANSWER-ethics
_____ is an element of ethical drift that occurs when officers develop an overwhelming
sense of victimization and an intense resentment toward the supervisors and
administrators who control their job role. - ANSWER-a sense of entitlement
Ethical choice strategies are the following: the bell, the book and the _____ - ANSWER-
candle
People with a vested interest in what you do (ethically) are called _____. - ANSWER-
stakeholders
Law enforcement personnel commit critical unethical acts each day. _____ occur when
officers rationalize and justify not doing things they are responsible for doing. -
ANSWER-acts of omission
It is important to understand that _____ is as important as the act. - ANSWER-motive
_____ is the state of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger with self-possession,
confidence, resolution, bravery, and valor. - ANSWER-courage
Refusing gratuities, refusing to participate in a cover-up, refusing to participate in ethnic
or gender-based humor are examples of what kind of courage? - ANSWER-moral
The ethical decision-making check list consists of the following:
Is it legal?
Is the decision balanced?
,and ____ - ANSWER-how will I feel about myself after the decision?
Ethics begins with good character. To develop character, we must build excellence, and
building excellence begins with ____ - ANSWER-myself
"Cops don't snitch on other cops" can help foster the _____ dilemma that officers will
likely face during their careers - ANSWER-loyalty vs. integrity
_____ is the influence that one person exercises over a group of people by reason of
the exemplary nature of their character. - ANSWER-moral ascendancy
In Oklahoma, all persons are capable of committing crimes, except which of the
following? - ANSWER-all of the above
What is the name of the crime for which the elements are (1) taking (2) of personal
property (3) of another (4) without consent (5) with intent to deprive the owner of its
benefit - ANSWER-larceny
Which of the following is an exception to the general prohibition on carrying a firearm
into schools, colleges, and government buildings? - ANSWER-both a and b
To perform as an "ethical" professional, you should _____. - ANSWER-consider all
relevant sides of the ethical problem
accurate? - ANSWER-she can exercise the rights of both silence and to an attorney at
any time
The hours a 'day time' Search Warrant can be served are - ANSWER-between the
hours of 6:00 am and 10:00 pm inclusive
, An officer has probable cause to believe that an occupied vehicle being driven on the
street contains contraband or evidence of a crime. Which of the below statements is
correct? - ANSWER-the officer may search the vehicle as thorough as could be
authorized by a magistrate and he/she may do so without a warrant under the Carroll
Doctrine exception to the warrant requirement
Acts wherein officers violate department rules are _____ - ANSWER-acts of comission-
administrative
Which option is NOT one of the seven ethical standards expected by the communities?
- ANSWER-citizenship
Warrantless searches and seizures _______________________ - ANSWER-are
presumed unreasonable under the Fourth Amendment
Which class of person will not be permitted to testify as "lay" (non-expert) witnesses? -
ANSWER-persons who have no knowledge of the facts of the case
The purpose of a "Terry frisk" or "pat down" is to ____ - ANSWER-determine whether a
detainee has any offensive weapons on his person
Which of the following is a requirement of a custodial interrogation of a child or a
youthful offender under 16 years of age - ANSWER-a parent (or guardian, attorney, or
adult relative) must be present and be advised of the rights of the child or youthful
offender under 16
As you are aware, the general rule in Oklahoma is that an officer may make a
warrantless arrest for a misdemeanor only if it occurs in the officer's presence. Which of
the following are exceptions to that rule? - ANSWER-all of the above
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
Ethics is a code of _____ which guide our choices and actions and determine the
purpose and course of our lives. - ANSWER-values
A code of conduct put forward by a society, some other group (religion), or by an
individual regarding his /her own behavior is a definition of _____ - ANSWER-morality
Knowledge and abilities that a person gains throughout life is the definition of _____ -
ANSWER-skills
Ethical drift is defined as a _____ of ethical behavior that occurs in individuals below
their level of awareness - ANSWER-gradual erosion
When leadership is _____, policy is not recognized - ANSWER-fragmented
Ethical judgment can be undermined in otherwise _____ people - ANSWER-ethical
Once _____ is/are greater than values, it becomes easier to make further concessions -
ANSWER-self-interest
The larger and greater the unthinking drift, the less the recognition of the slide down the
_____ - ANSWER-slippery slope
Ethics is about putting principles into action. Consistency between what we say we
value and what our actions say we value is a matter of _____ - ANSWER-integrity
,A person's state of readiness to make a "big" ethical decision is known as _____ -
ANSWER-ethical fitness
A code of values which guides our choices and actions, and determines the purpose
and course of our lives is the definition of _____ - ANSWER-ethics
_____ is an element of ethical drift that occurs when officers develop an overwhelming
sense of victimization and an intense resentment toward the supervisors and
administrators who control their job role. - ANSWER-a sense of entitlement
Ethical choice strategies are the following: the bell, the book and the _____ - ANSWER-
candle
People with a vested interest in what you do (ethically) are called _____. - ANSWER-
stakeholders
Law enforcement personnel commit critical unethical acts each day. _____ occur when
officers rationalize and justify not doing things they are responsible for doing. -
ANSWER-acts of omission
It is important to understand that _____ is as important as the act. - ANSWER-motive
_____ is the state of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger with self-possession,
confidence, resolution, bravery, and valor. - ANSWER-courage
Refusing gratuities, refusing to participate in a cover-up, refusing to participate in ethnic
or gender-based humor are examples of what kind of courage? - ANSWER-moral
The ethical decision-making check list consists of the following:
Is it legal?
Is the decision balanced?
,and ____ - ANSWER-how will I feel about myself after the decision?
Ethics begins with good character. To develop character, we must build excellence, and
building excellence begins with ____ - ANSWER-myself
"Cops don't snitch on other cops" can help foster the _____ dilemma that officers will
likely face during their careers - ANSWER-loyalty vs. integrity
_____ is the influence that one person exercises over a group of people by reason of
the exemplary nature of their character. - ANSWER-moral ascendancy
In Oklahoma, all persons are capable of committing crimes, except which of the
following? - ANSWER-all of the above
What is the name of the crime for which the elements are (1) taking (2) of personal
property (3) of another (4) without consent (5) with intent to deprive the owner of its
benefit - ANSWER-larceny
Which of the following is an exception to the general prohibition on carrying a firearm
into schools, colleges, and government buildings? - ANSWER-both a and b
To perform as an "ethical" professional, you should _____. - ANSWER-consider all
relevant sides of the ethical problem
accurate? - ANSWER-she can exercise the rights of both silence and to an attorney at
any time
The hours a 'day time' Search Warrant can be served are - ANSWER-between the
hours of 6:00 am and 10:00 pm inclusive
, An officer has probable cause to believe that an occupied vehicle being driven on the
street contains contraband or evidence of a crime. Which of the below statements is
correct? - ANSWER-the officer may search the vehicle as thorough as could be
authorized by a magistrate and he/she may do so without a warrant under the Carroll
Doctrine exception to the warrant requirement
Acts wherein officers violate department rules are _____ - ANSWER-acts of comission-
administrative
Which option is NOT one of the seven ethical standards expected by the communities?
- ANSWER-citizenship
Warrantless searches and seizures _______________________ - ANSWER-are
presumed unreasonable under the Fourth Amendment
Which class of person will not be permitted to testify as "lay" (non-expert) witnesses? -
ANSWER-persons who have no knowledge of the facts of the case
The purpose of a "Terry frisk" or "pat down" is to ____ - ANSWER-determine whether a
detainee has any offensive weapons on his person
Which of the following is a requirement of a custodial interrogation of a child or a
youthful offender under 16 years of age - ANSWER-a parent (or guardian, attorney, or
adult relative) must be present and be advised of the rights of the child or youthful
offender under 16
As you are aware, the general rule in Oklahoma is that an officer may make a
warrantless arrest for a misdemeanor only if it occurs in the officer's presence. Which of
the following are exceptions to that rule? - ANSWER-all of the above
