MPOETC Test #1 Review Questions With Correct Answers

Critical thinking - Answer reaching conclusions based off of facts and evidence How many times a week do you study with a partner - Answer At least one time What created MPOETC? - Answer Act 120 of 1974 from the legislature; recognized the need for standardized training for Pennsylvania. What are a code of values? - Answer Ethics Define police discretion - Answer the right to choose and use good judgement. Professionalism - Answer The quality of performing at a high level and conducting oneself with purpose and pride high standard of performance. What are the three eras of policing? - Answer Political, Reform, Community An example of Police Code of Conduct? - Answer "I will not allow my feelings to influence my decisions. Community - Answer Geographical area of people who share a culture. Key point: GEOGRAPHICAL Least effective strategy to avoid unnecessary conflict? - Answer Relying on crime statistics An example of NOT of the seven objectives of Police Community Relations? - Answer Assisting detectives on gathering information or assist the police to generate funding