MPOETC Test 1 Questions and Answers (Graded A+)

listen actively - ANSWER-applies to witnesses, victims, suspect statements. Listening to what they're saying, but also watching body language. participating when learning - ANSWER-increases your listening attentiveness, instructors will get to know you, enhances social skills. 80% of what you learn - ANSWER-is lost within 2 weeks critical thinking - ANSWER-reasonable, reflective thinking that is focused on deciding what to believe and do critical thinker - ANSWER-open-minded, well informed, evaluates, is flexible, can explain and defend a reasonable position, and draws conclusions when warranted. MPOETC - ANSWER-Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission Act 120 - ANSWER-assignment of a certification # to a qualified police officer after successful completion of a mandatory basic training course. Act 120 Certification is good for - ANSWER-2 years Decertification- disqualifying criminal offense - ANSWER-Misdemeanor offense with a grading of 2 or higher Any felony An offense that can impose a sentence of 1 year or more Police Officer qualifications - ANSWER-18 yrs or older high school diploma/GED background check Physical and psych cleared Renewal of Act 120 Cert. - ANSWER-Have to do mandatory inservice hours (12) each year --- CPR, first aid Qualify with firearm Be physically and psychologically sound Systems of order maintainence - ANSWER-values, morals, beliefs