BLET NC SCAT UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
2 types of force - CORRECT ANSWER - deadly and non-deadly
Objective reasonableness - CORRECT ANSWER - Standard to determine the propriety of
an officers use of force, which takes into consideration all surrounding circumstances.
Reasonableness must be judged from the? - CORRECT ANSWER - perspective of a
reasonable officer on the scene, coping with tense, fast evolving situations
Decisions must be based off of - CORRECT ANSWER - totality of circumstances and
how they are evolving at the time of the incident
Each case will be analyzed using this standard by assessing the unique facts and circumstances
of the incident, including: - CORRECT ANSWER - the severity of the crime, whether the
suspect poses immediate threat to the officer or others (these factors must be present to justify
the use of serious injurious force) whether or not the suspect is actively resisting, and whether
the suspect is attempting to evade arrest by flight.
ability/ capability - CORRECT ANSWER - addresses the ability/capability of a subject to
carry out the action or threat. This must be a logical perception
Oppprtunity - CORRECT ANSWER - Indicates that the action or threat perceived by the
officer is imminent. The subject must be in position in which they can use their ability/ capability
to carry out the act or threat.
Intent - CORRECT ANSWER - Indicates the mental state initiating an overt act ( words or
deeds). Intent is initiating an overt act in furthermore id a crime or threat
A force option model - CORRECT ANSWER - a guide for officers in their use of force
decisions.
, Purposes for using Force - CORRECT ANSWER - Basis for statistical reporting ti
FBI/SBI, Useful for designing and revising training, Explanation of decisions, Management
review
reactionary distance - CORRECT ANSWER - The basic premise is that if the officer is
closer than 6 feet to a subject, a spontaneous assault by the subject will be difficult to stop
Recommended distance for reactionary distance is - CORRECT ANSWER - six feet
relative positioning - CORRECT ANSWER - inside position, interview position, side
position, escort position, rear position
Hypoglossal - CORRECT ANSWER - this affects the most sensitive area of the
Hypoglossal nerve located aprox. 1 inch forward of the mandible jaw angle and 1 inch under the
jaw.
Mandibular angle - CORRECT ANSWER - this affects the hypoglossal, vagus and the
glossopharyngeal nerves. The angle of the pressure should be toward the center of the head and
slightly towards the nose.
Jugular notch - CORRECT ANSWER - The base of the neck where collar bones meet, a
hollow "U" shaped area at the base of the neck is the target.
Stunning methods - CORRECT ANSWER - the stimulation of overwhelming sensory
input that is sudden, intense and unexpected.
Average stun will last for how long - CORRECT ANSWER - 3-7 seconds and will allow
an officer sufficient time for follow-up control.
Brachial Plexus orgin - CORRECT ANSWER - located on the side of the neck
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
2 types of force - CORRECT ANSWER - deadly and non-deadly
Objective reasonableness - CORRECT ANSWER - Standard to determine the propriety of
an officers use of force, which takes into consideration all surrounding circumstances.
Reasonableness must be judged from the? - CORRECT ANSWER - perspective of a
reasonable officer on the scene, coping with tense, fast evolving situations
Decisions must be based off of - CORRECT ANSWER - totality of circumstances and
how they are evolving at the time of the incident
Each case will be analyzed using this standard by assessing the unique facts and circumstances
of the incident, including: - CORRECT ANSWER - the severity of the crime, whether the
suspect poses immediate threat to the officer or others (these factors must be present to justify
the use of serious injurious force) whether or not the suspect is actively resisting, and whether
the suspect is attempting to evade arrest by flight.
ability/ capability - CORRECT ANSWER - addresses the ability/capability of a subject to
carry out the action or threat. This must be a logical perception
Oppprtunity - CORRECT ANSWER - Indicates that the action or threat perceived by the
officer is imminent. The subject must be in position in which they can use their ability/ capability
to carry out the act or threat.
Intent - CORRECT ANSWER - Indicates the mental state initiating an overt act ( words or
deeds). Intent is initiating an overt act in furthermore id a crime or threat
A force option model - CORRECT ANSWER - a guide for officers in their use of force
decisions.
, Purposes for using Force - CORRECT ANSWER - Basis for statistical reporting ti
FBI/SBI, Useful for designing and revising training, Explanation of decisions, Management
review
reactionary distance - CORRECT ANSWER - The basic premise is that if the officer is
closer than 6 feet to a subject, a spontaneous assault by the subject will be difficult to stop
Recommended distance for reactionary distance is - CORRECT ANSWER - six feet
relative positioning - CORRECT ANSWER - inside position, interview position, side
position, escort position, rear position
Hypoglossal - CORRECT ANSWER - this affects the most sensitive area of the
Hypoglossal nerve located aprox. 1 inch forward of the mandible jaw angle and 1 inch under the
jaw.
Mandibular angle - CORRECT ANSWER - this affects the hypoglossal, vagus and the
glossopharyngeal nerves. The angle of the pressure should be toward the center of the head and
slightly towards the nose.
Jugular notch - CORRECT ANSWER - The base of the neck where collar bones meet, a
hollow "U" shaped area at the base of the neck is the target.
Stunning methods - CORRECT ANSWER - the stimulation of overwhelming sensory
input that is sudden, intense and unexpected.
Average stun will last for how long - CORRECT ANSWER - 3-7 seconds and will allow
an officer sufficient time for follow-up control.
Brachial Plexus orgin - CORRECT ANSWER - located on the side of the neck
