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What percentage of police departments in the 2010 report required applicants to take a polygraph test?
What percentage of police departments in the 2010 report required applicants to take a polygraph test?
Which of the following is NOT a typical item reviewed during a police candidate's background investigation?
Which of the following is NOT a typical item reviewed during a police candidate's background investigation?
Which stage of the police selection process is most subject to litigation?
Which stage of the police selection process is most subject to litigation?
Which of the following is NOT considered during a police candidate's oral interview?
Which of the following is NOT considered during a police candidate's oral interview?
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How many police academies exist in the United States?
How many police academies exist in the United States?
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Which of the following is NOT a common type of police screening process?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of police screening process?
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What is the minimum number of classroom hours the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice recommended for police departments to provide?
What is the minimum number of classroom hours the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice recommended for police departments to provide?
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Which Supreme Court case dealt with height and weight requirements for police candidates?
Which Supreme Court case dealt with height and weight requirements for police candidates?
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According to a Justice Department survey, what percentage of U.S. police departments conduct criminal background checks for all applicants?
According to a Justice Department survey, what percentage of U.S. police departments conduct criminal background checks for all applicants?
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Which type of arrest record is most likely to result in an applicant being rejected during the police screening process?
Which type of arrest record is most likely to result in an applicant being rejected during the police screening process?
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What is the accuracy of the statement: 'Use of the Internet and social media has not yet been an effective method for police employers to get their message out about job openings'?
What is the accuracy of the statement: 'Use of the Internet and social media has not yet been an effective method for police employers to get their message out about job openings'?
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In the context of police officer recruitment, what is the stance courts have generally taken on minimum height and weight requirements for applicants?
In the context of police officer recruitment, what is the stance courts have generally taken on minimum height and weight requirements for applicants?
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Why is the statement 'Many police departments view their current officers as effective recruiters for careers in policing' considered accurate?
Why is the statement 'Many police departments view their current officers as effective recruiters for careers in policing' considered accurate?
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What has historically been a primary requirement for individuals aspiring to become police officers?
What has historically been a primary requirement for individuals aspiring to become police officers?
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Why do police departments not have uniform hiring standards across an entire state or region?
Why do police departments not have uniform hiring standards across an entire state or region?
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How do courts generally support the implementation of no-smoking policies in police departments?
How do courts generally support the implementation of no-smoking policies in police departments?
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Which organization has been instrumental in establishing standards and best practices for law enforcement training programs nationwide?
Which organization has been instrumental in establishing standards and best practices for law enforcement training programs nationwide?
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According to the passage, which police department's field training program has served as a model for other agencies since the 1970s?
According to the passage, which police department's field training program has served as a model for other agencies since the 1970s?
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Recent changes in legislation and societal attitudes have led to more flexibility in considering applicants with a history of which substance during the police recruitment process?
Recent changes in legislation and societal attitudes have led to more flexibility in considering applicants with a history of which substance during the police recruitment process?
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According to researcher Hrand Saxenian, which of the following is considered the single most important criterion in the police selection process?
According to researcher Hrand Saxenian, which of the following is considered the single most important criterion in the police selection process?
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Physical agility testing during the police application process has faced criticism for potentially discriminating against which group?
Physical agility testing during the police application process has faced criticism for potentially discriminating against which group?
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What is the primary purpose of the field training program?
What is the primary purpose of the field training program?
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According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, what percentage of law enforcement agencies required a high school diploma as a minimum requirement for hiring police officers in 2013?
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, what percentage of law enforcement agencies required a high school diploma as a minimum requirement for hiring police officers in 2013?
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Which of the following is NOT a key component of emotional intelligence, as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of emotional intelligence, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the Reno Police Training Officer (PTO) model?
What is the Reno Police Training Officer (PTO) model?
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