PELLETB Exam Preparation Guide
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Mary was 15 when ______ was first arrested.

she

______ the time of her first arrest, Mary was doing well in school.

At

According to ______ teac______, she was a hard working student.

her

According to her teacher, she was a hard working ______.

<p>student</p> Signup and view all the answers

M______ry ______lso h______d ______ good ______ttitude tow______rd school.

<p>a</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mary lived with her parents ______ a middle class neighborhood.

<p>in</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) primarily measure?

<p>Language aptitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many items does each writing sub-test in the PELLETB contain?

<p>21</p> Signup and view all the answers

The writing test of the PELLETB does not include common writing errors.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of writing is NOT measured by the PELLETB writing test?

<p>Grammar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average T-score for a test-taker on the PELLETB?

<p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the writing clarity test, a sentence fragment is an example of a(n) _____ error.

<p>common</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of test measures reading ability in the PELLETB?

<p>Cloze sub-test</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the PELLETB preparation guide?

<p>To provide helpful information about test format and content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the raw scores when POST electronically scans test answers?

<p>They are converted into T-scores.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms to their meanings:

<p>Corroborated = Verified or confirmed Pragmatic = Practical or realistic Sequestered = Isolated or set apart Ignorant = Unaware or lacking knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

His ______________ of the situation was incorrect.

<p>analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

It was not _____________ who committed the crime.

<p>apparent</p> Signup and view all the answers

She was a ____________ worker.

<p>conscientious</p> Signup and view all the answers

She did not actually _____________ the stolen goods.

<p>receive</p> Signup and view all the answers

There was only one witness to the boy's ______________.

<p>abduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the passage, which statement is most correct regarding defendants who cannot afford an attorney?

<p>Anyone charged with an offense that could lead to prison must have the option of a free attorney.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage about rural areas, which statement is most accurate?

<p>There has been more than a 10 percent increase of newcomers to rural areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the concept of entrapment, which of the following statements describes an instance of entrapment?

<p>A door to a warehouse containing valuable merchandise is purposely left open by police.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following statements is most accurate regarding community policing?

<p>Implementing community policing is expected to decrease the amount of crime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using the coding system, what does the call number 2-B-12 identify?

<p>Swing shift, platoon 2, metropolitan area</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Exam Preparation Overview

  • The POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) evaluates skills necessary for California peace officers.
  • The exam is an aptitude test requiring long-term learning and practice for skill improvement.
  • Strong language skills are essential for performing well on the PELLETB.

Exam Structure

  • The PELLETB consists of components assessing writing and reading abilities.
  • Writing Ability: Evaluated through three sub-tests measuring clarity, vocabulary, and spelling.
  • Reading Ability: Assessed via reading comprehension and CLOZE sub-tests.

Writing Ability Components

  • Each writing sub-test has 21 items focused on:
    • Clarity: Identifying the most clearly written sentences.
    • Vocabulary: Choosing accurate synonyms or definitions.
    • Spelling: Selecting the correctly spelled word in context.
  • Common writing errors included in the clarity section are misplaced modifiers, reference issues, sentence fragments, and run-on sentences.

Reading Ability Components

  • Reading Comprehension: 28-item sub-test with multiple-choice questions based on provided passages.
  • CLOZE Sub-Test: 40-item test where every seventh word is omitted; test-takers infer the missing words using context.

Scoring and Interpretation

  • Test scores converted into T-scores using statistical calculations, with a mean around 50 and a standard deviation of 10.
  • Scores:
    • Average: Around 50.
    • Below Average: 40 or below.
    • Above Average: 60 or above.
  • Higher scores correlate with increased likelihood of successful academy completion.

Writing Ability Test Preparation

  • Key focus on clarity, modification, and avoiding vague references.
  • Practice identifying run-on sentences and correcting sentence fragments.
  • Familiarization with common writing mistakes can enhance performance.

Vocabulary Development Tips

  • Immersion in language through reading and writing is crucial for improving vocabulary.
  • Understanding Latin and Greek roots, prefixes, and suffixes aids in grasping word meanings.

Spelling Test Preparation

  • No specific word list exists; preparation involves familiarization with common law enforcement terminology.
  • Key spelling rules and principles can aid in mastering spelling challenges.

Practice Test Components

  • Familiarity with test format reduces anxiety and improves confidence.
  • Correct answers and explanations provided after practice questions to aid in learning.

Test Strategies

  • Read questions carefully and understand context to deduce meanings.
  • Pay attention to subtle differences in word meanings that can influence correct answers.

Additional Important Points

  • Completeness in answers is vital as research items may be included unscored.
  • Best practices include erasing completely when changing answers and marking responses clearly on the answer sheet.### Prefixes and Suffixes
  • A prefix modifies the meaning of a word by being added to the beginning, examples include "dis-" in "disapprove" and "un-" in "unhappy."
  • A suffix modifies a word by being added to the end, examples include "-ness" in "happiness" and "-ly" in "quickly."

Suffix Rules

  • Do not change the spelling of the base word when adding "-ness" or "-ly," unless the word ends in "y," which changes to "i" before these suffixes (e.g., "happy" becomes "happily").
  • Single consonants preceded by a single vowel in one-syllable words double the consonant before adding "-ing," "-ed," "-er," or "-est" (e.g., "tap" becomes "tapped").
  • In multisyllabic words, if the accent is on the final syllable, the same doubling rule applies (e.g., "occur" becomes "occurring").
  • Drop the silent "e" when adding "-ing" to words that end in a consonant plus "e" (e.g., "hide" becomes "hiding").
  • Keep "y" before adding "-ing" if preceded by a consonant, but change "y" to "i" when adding "-es" or "-ed" (e.g., "cry" becomes "cried").

Plural Forms of Nouns

  • Most nouns simply add "s" for plural (e.g., "cat" becomes "cats").
  • Nouns ending in s, x, z, ch, or sh require "es" (e.g., "box" becomes "boxes").
  • For nouns ending in a consonant plus "y," change "y" to "i" and add "es" (e.g., "county" becomes "counties").
  • Nouns ending in a vowel plus "y" just add "s" (e.g., "boy" becomes "boys").
  • Nouns ending in a consonant plus "o" should add "es" (e.g., "tomato" becomes "tomatoes").
  • Nouns ending in a vowel plus "o" simply add "s" (e.g., "rodeo" becomes "rodeos").

"I" and "E" Rule

  • The general rule is "i before e except after c" (e.g., "believe" vs. "receive").

Reading Comprehension Test

  • Designed to evaluate reading and understanding of various materials; requires selecting the best answer based solely on the passage.
  • Important court cases (e.g., Gideon v. Wainwright) clarify defendants' rights to counsel if charged with crimes that could lead to imprisonment.
  • Rural areas in the 1970s saw nearly 14% population growth, contrasting with metropolitan areas at under 10%.
  • "Entrapment" involves government provoking someone to commit a crime they did not plan; lawful actions do not constitute entrapment.
  • Community policing emphasizes public service and crime prevention, requiring officers to engage actively with community members rather than focus solely on arrest statistics.

Test Strategies

  • Read questions before the passage to target key information.
  • Avoid personal opinions; base answers solely on the passage.
  • Careful reading of questions is vital, as misinterpretation can lead to incorrect answers.

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Prepare for the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) with this comprehensive guide. It outlines the essential skills measured by the test that are critical for success as a California peace officer. Understand that these skills develop over time and cannot be rushed, so start your preparation early.

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