[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
SFST Written Test Questions & Solved
Answers 2026/2027 Updated Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
34 Questions 11 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 34 verified questions with correct answers focusing on standardized field sobriety
tests and related legal concepts. Each item is designed to enhance understanding of critical elements in
assessing alcohol impairment, making it suitable for exam preparation, review, and certification in law
enforcement practices.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests This topic covers the foundational standardized tests used in
Overview assessing alcohol impairment. 6 Qs 17.6%
Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) This topic focuses on the HGN test, including its procedures and
Test observable clues. 5 Qs 14.7%
This topic examines the procedures and criteria for the One Leg
One Leg Stand (OLS) Test Stand test. 3 Qs 8.8%
This topic details the Walk and Turn test, its clues, and performance
Walk and Turn (WAT) Test requirements. 5 Qs 14.7%
This topic explores the critical decisions made by police officers
Police Officer's Decision-Making during DWI detection. 3 Qs 8.8%
This topic addresses the legal implications of blood alcohol content
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Laws in DWI cases. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic discusses the observable behaviors and clues indicative of
Clues and Observable Behaviors impairment. 2 Qs 5.9%
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Implied Consent and Chemical This topic reviews the legal requirements for chemical testing under
Testing implied consent laws. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic covers different types of nystagmus and their significance
Nystagmus Types and Implications in alcohol impairment assessments. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic outlines the phases involved in DWI detection, from
DWI Detection Phases initial observation to arrest. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic emphasizes the importance of accurate field notes in DWI
Field Notes and Investigation investigations. 2 Qs 5.9%
Total Exam Coverage 11 Integrated Topic Modules 34 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS OVERVIEW
6 Questions • 17.6% of Exam • This topic covers the foundational standardized tests used in assessing alcohol impairment.
QUESTION 1
List the standardized field sobriety tests in correct order
Answer: Horizontal gaze nystagmus
Walk and turn
One leg stand.
QUESTION 2
There are a total of ____ observable clues in the one leg stand test.
Answer: 4.
QUESTION 3
During the One Leg Stand test, the subject must be timed to stand on one foot for
______________ seconds.
Answer: 30.
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SFST Written Test Questions & Solved
Answers 2026/2027 Updated Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
34 Questions 11 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 34 verified questions with correct answers focusing on standardized field sobriety
tests and related legal concepts. Each item is designed to enhance understanding of critical elements in
assessing alcohol impairment, making it suitable for exam preparation, review, and certification in law
enforcement practices.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests This topic covers the foundational standardized tests used in
Overview assessing alcohol impairment. 6 Qs 17.6%
Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) This topic focuses on the HGN test, including its procedures and
Test observable clues. 5 Qs 14.7%
This topic examines the procedures and criteria for the One Leg
One Leg Stand (OLS) Test Stand test. 3 Qs 8.8%
This topic details the Walk and Turn test, its clues, and performance
Walk and Turn (WAT) Test requirements. 5 Qs 14.7%
This topic explores the critical decisions made by police officers
Police Officer's Decision-Making during DWI detection. 3 Qs 8.8%
This topic addresses the legal implications of blood alcohol content
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Laws in DWI cases. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic discusses the observable behaviors and clues indicative of
Clues and Observable Behaviors impairment. 2 Qs 5.9%
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Implied Consent and Chemical This topic reviews the legal requirements for chemical testing under
Testing implied consent laws. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic covers different types of nystagmus and their significance
Nystagmus Types and Implications in alcohol impairment assessments. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic outlines the phases involved in DWI detection, from
DWI Detection Phases initial observation to arrest. 2 Qs 5.9%
This topic emphasizes the importance of accurate field notes in DWI
Field Notes and Investigation investigations. 2 Qs 5.9%
Total Exam Coverage 11 Integrated Topic Modules 34 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS OVERVIEW
6 Questions • 17.6% of Exam • This topic covers the foundational standardized tests used in assessing alcohol impairment.
QUESTION 1
List the standardized field sobriety tests in correct order
Answer: Horizontal gaze nystagmus
Walk and turn
One leg stand.
QUESTION 2
There are a total of ____ observable clues in the one leg stand test.
Answer: 4.
QUESTION 3
During the One Leg Stand test, the subject must be timed to stand on one foot for
______________ seconds.
Answer: 30.
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