Question 1

Although analysis lies at the heart of the problem-solving process, it is probably the most difficult step in the SARA model.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Traditional police training methods that are limited to knowledge and skill development may actually inhibit the development of the problem-solving abilities necessary in police work.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Community problem solving is consistent with traditional incident-driven policing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

An assessment (evaluation) should not be conducted until all aspects of response implementation are complete.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Standards (tangible or intangible) are units of measurement that serve as reference points for assessing (evaluating) results.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In the SARA Problem Solving Model, _____ involves an intensive probe into all of the characteristics and factors contributing to a problem.

Accepted Answer

A)   scanning
B)   screening
C)   analysis
D)   response
E)   assessment

Question 7

Quality assurance initiatives can change peoples' attitudes easily because concrete evidence of the benefits of the initiative appear quickly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Problem-oriented policing:

Accepted Answer

A)   microscopically examines discrete pieces of police business.
B)   places high value on preventive responses.
C)   is committed to new strategies and effectiveness evaluation.
D)   contributes to further professionalization of the police.
E)   all of the above

Question 9

_____ utilize(s) a comprehensive planning process to move a situation from an unsatisfactory to a desirable condition.

Accepted Answer

A)   Analysis
B)   Decision-making
C)   Problem solving
D)   Solution implementation
E)   All of the above

Question 10

In the SARA Problem Solving Model, _____ refers to the identification of persistent problems within a community.

Accepted Answer

A)   scanning
B)   screening
C)   analysis
D)   response
E)   assessment

Question 11

_____ is (are) used in qualitative analysis.

Accepted Answer

A)   Subjective measurements
B)   Forecasts
C)   Expert opinion
D)   The Delphi Technique
E)   All of the above

Question 12

In the SARA Problem Solving Model, _____ refers to the development and implementation of solutions to crime and disorder problems.

Accepted Answer

A)   scanning
B)   screening
C)   analysis
D)   response
E)   assessment

Question 13

With _____, the reactive posture of the police encourages rapid response, report writing, and a return to patrol duty as quickly as possible.

Accepted Answer

A)   incident-driven policing
B)   community policing
C)   community-oriented policing and problem solving
D)   problem-oriented policing
E)   all of the above

Question 14

The key to problem solving in a community policing environment involves an analytical inquiry into the problem before devising solutions to the problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When a police officer is confronted with an ethical dilemma, decision-making is difficult because any decision associated with the dilemma results in negative rather than positive consequences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Ethical decision-making techniques can assist with the development of an ethical solution.One of these techniques, namely, _____, includes a projection of the potential and probable consequences of any decision.

Accepted Answer

A)   limit-setting
B)   consideration of the principle of benefit maximization
C)   consideration of the principle of equal respect
D)   communication of personal values
E)   consideration of the principle of fairness

Question 17

A community problem should be analyzed from the perspective of a city or county so a solution can be applied across a broad geographic area.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Consensus is achieved when a majority of the members of a group formulate, support, and agree on a decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

As a form of community mapping, geographic information system (GIS) technology can be used to map and display reported crime and predict future occurrences within a community.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Ethical decision making and problem solving skills:

Accepted Answer

A)   assist with problem identification and employment of situational strategies.
B)   assist with the development, selection, implementation, and evaluation of alternative courses of action.
C)   are important for self-management and crisis management.
D)   lie at the heart of conflict de-escalation and resolution.
E)   all of the above.

Exam 8: Ethical Decision Making and Problem Solving

Although analysis lies at the heart of the problem-solving process, it is probably the most difficult step in the SARA model.

Traditional police training methods that are limited to knowledge and skill development may actually inhibit the development of the problem-solving abilities necessary in police work.

Community problem solving is consistent with traditional incident-driven policing.

An assessment (evaluation) should not be conducted until all aspects of response implementation are complete.

Standards (tangible or intangible) are units of measurement that serve as reference points for assessing (evaluating) results.

In the SARA Problem Solving Model, _____ involves an intensive probe into all of the characteristics and factors contributing to a problem.

Quality assurance initiatives can change peoples' attitudes easily because concrete evidence of the benefits of the initiative appear quickly.

Problem-oriented policing:

_____ utilize(s) a comprehensive planning process to move a situation from an unsatisfactory to a desirable condition.

In the SARA Problem Solving Model, _____ refers to the identification of persistent problems within a community.

_____ is (are) used in qualitative analysis.

In the SARA Problem Solving Model, _____ refers to the development and implementation of solutions to crime and disorder problems.

With _____, the reactive posture of the police encourages rapid response, report writing, and a return to patrol duty as quickly as possible.

The key to problem solving in a community policing environment involves an analytical inquiry into the problem before devising solutions to the problem.

When a police officer is confronted with an ethical dilemma, decision-making is difficult because any decision associated with the dilemma results in negative rather than positive consequences.

Ethical decision-making techniques can assist with the development of an ethical solution.One of these techniques, namely, _____, includes a projection of the potential and probable consequences of any decision.

A community problem should be analyzed from the perspective of a city or county so a solution can be applied across a broad geographic area.

Consensus is achieved when a majority of the members of a group formulate, support, and agree on a decision.

As a form of community mapping, geographic information system (GIS) technology can be used to map and display reported crime and predict future occurrences within a community.

Ethical decision making and problem solving skills: