Missouri Post Study Guide| 105 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

Q: Do all ATV accidents have to be reported in Statewide Traffic Accident Records System (STARS)? correct answer: A: No. However, every law enforcement officer who investigates a vehicle accident resulting in injury to or death of a person, or total property damage to an apparent extent of "five hundred dollars" or more to one person, or who otherwise prepares a written report as a result of an investigation. Q: What is the preferred method of measurement in a traffic accident? correct answer: A: Triangulation - triangulation is the process of determining the location of a point by measuring angles to it from known points at either end of a fixed baseline, rather than measuring distances to the point directly (trilateration). The point can then be fixed as the third point of a triangle with one known side and two known angles. Q: How many types of fingerprints are there? correct answer: A: There are three main fingerprint patterns: Arches, Loops and Whorls. Q: Who should advise juveniles of their rights? correct answer: A: Juvenile Officer. Q: Who can transport juveniles? correct answer: A: Officers can transport juveniles to a juvenile detention facility or to a medical facility for treatment when necessary. Q: What do you write in a block that is not used in a STARRS report? correct answer: A: If the question asked does not apply, mark the "NA" box when available or neatly enter "NA" (Not Applicable) in the section. If the information is not known, enter "Unknown". EVERY FIELD MUST HAVE A RESPONSE. Q: How is the date/time written in a STARS