Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA) Activity Week Practice Test

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• Which outcome is most directly associated with effective cultural awareness and de-escalation in policing?
• Which type of friction occurs when an object is at rest relative to the surface?
• Which term describes defensive resistance?
• Under Tennessee v. Garner, which condition justifies the use of deadly force against a fleeing suspect?
• What is Inertia?
• What type of prints are NOT visible without processing?
• The use-of-force continuum describes progression through levels of force. Which sequence best reflects its progression?
• What type of container should be used for packaging evidence?
• Which friction type is listed third among Kinetic, Static, and Rolling?
• What standard must be shown to obtain a search warrant?
• Define hot pursuit and its impact on search and seizure rules.
• Which of the following is NOT a listed type of friction?
• Exigent circumstances justify warrantless action. Which two examples illustrate this concept?
• What special considerations should police take when responding to domestic violence calls?
• Which type of friction describes resistance to motion when there is no relative motion between surfaces?
• Cultural awareness in policing primarily contributes to officer safety by?
• What word is used to identify yourself upon entry, as noted in the material?
• What are the outcomes of ethics and integrity training in law enforcement?
• What standard justifies initiating a seizure?
• Which of the following is one of the two 'two-man' formations?
• Which of the following is a component of defensive driving?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of hard empty hand control?
• Pain compliance is defined as?
• Under what circumstances do felonies vs misdemeanors differ?
• Differentiating an encounter type: consensual contact, detention, and arrest.
• What is centripetal force?
• Which step is NOT part of performing adult CPR with an AED?
• Under ideal conditions, headlights can illuminate a pedestrian from approximately how many feet?
• Which of the following describes an evacuation for an active shooter where personnel are accompanied?
• Which is NOT a described resistance type?
• What is the most important fundamental of marksmanship?
• Which statement best describes the effect of combining cultural awareness and de-escalation on legitimacy?
• Which scenario qualifies as an exigent circumstance justifying warrantless action?
• During a skid, which description matches the recommended response?
• Finish the sentence: Do not move faster than you can accurately ______.
• Which statement about PPE at high-risk scenes is most appropriate?
• Which statement best describes passive resistance?
• What is the space cushion for pursuit driving?
• Which friction is described when a wheel rolls on a surface with resistance?
• A search incident to arrest is permissible under which condition, and what is its scope?
• Explain the difference between reasonable and necessary force in policing.
• What are the basic steps of performing adult CPR with an AED in the field?
• Which statement is the first cardinal rule of firearm safety?
• Which component is primarily responsible for returning the slide to battery in a semi-automatic pistol?
• Which semi-auto pistol malfunction is considered the most difficult to remedy?
• In a culturally aware, de-escalation-informed response, officers are most likely to achieve which outcome?
• Which term describes an evacuation that includes security personnel escort?
• Which element specifies where the arrest is authorized in an arrest warrant?
• Which term describes prints not visible without processing?
• What is the first objective during a pursuit?
• Which term describes an evacuation for an active shooter when individuals evacuate without an escort?
• If a suspect grabs your gun, what is this classified as?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of defensive driving?
• What is the difference between field notes and formal investigative reports?
• Which statement best defines probable cause and its role in making arrests or obtaining search warrants?
• What is the key requirement for a consent search to be valid?
• There is no crime scene exception to the ___ amendment
• Hydroplaning skid occurs when:
• Which statement about observed pattern behavior is most relevant to establishing reasonable suspicion?
• Which description best defines de-escalation and which techniques are commonly used to reduce risk during a tense encounter?
• In terms of community relations, how does de-escalation complement cultural awareness?
• What is the smoothest way to decelerate a vehicle?
• Which of the following best describes a direct link between de-escalation and officer safety?
• What are the 3 laws of motion?
• Which techniques are part of soft empty hand control?
• What types of PPE are commonly used by law enforcement and when should they be worn?
• The combination of cultural awareness and de-escalation most directly enhances officer safety by:
• Which type of friction involves resistance to motion due to rolling?
• What is the value of using plain language in radio communications?
• Exit occurs after Apex:
• Differentiate between a consensual encounter and a seizure requiring justification.
• Balance displacement involves which principle?
• Which of the following is the correct order of priorities when clearing a building?
• Which type of friction occurs when surfaces slide past one another?
• Which of the following is one of the primary types of movement when clearing a building?
• The most common response of victims are to:
• In the life priorities list, who is third?
• What is the Incident Command System (ICS) used for at major incidents?
• Which type of friction resists the start of motion when surfaces are at rest relative to each other?
• What is centrifugal force?
• Which statement best describes proper documentation for evidence in an incident report?
• What are key elements of effective radio communication?
• Which of the following is NOT a flashlight technique listed?
• What is a protective order and how should officers respond to violations?
• What is the greatest hazard of building searches?
• What is the first priority when clearing a building?
• Defensive resistance can suddenly _______ __ ______ __________ as the officer escalates response techniques.
• What is action/reaction?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of acceptability?
• Which of the following is not a primary part of a semi-auto pistol?
• Which statement best distinguishes reasonable suspicion from probable cause in detentions?
• Separating parties during domestic violence response serves what purpose?
• In a tense encounter, what is a primary benefit of employing de-escalation techniques alongside cultural awareness?
• When police departments invest in cultural awareness and de-escalation, what is the expected effect on community trust?
• What is the best way to control backlighting?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of friction?
• Which document serves as the official record of each transfer of evidence?
• Which of the following describes Direct to Threat movement in building clearing?
• Which of the following is NOT an essential component of a thorough incident report?
• Rigor mortis refers to which of the following processes?
• What is the purpose of securing a crime scene and establishing a perimeter?
• Which statement describes the collection of evidence needed for apprehending a suspect?
• What are the priorities of life?
• Which type of friction occurs when objects slide against each other?
• What is the average reaction time during the day?
• The most important thing during crime scene response is what?
• Which list correctly identifies all four primary parts of a semi-auto pistol?
• Which standard is used to evaluate police use of force, as per Graham v. Connor?
• Which statement best describes how the totality of the circumstances informs reasonable suspicion?
• What is momentum?
• What type of prints are visible before being processed?
• Which statement is the second cardinal rule of firearm safety?
• Which of the following is a reactionary option?
• Which statement best captures the relationship between fair treatment, legitimacy, and community trust?
• What is kinetic friction?
• During a traffic stop, which positioning practice is appropriate?
• Which of the following is NOT a stimulus that will help you go direct to threat?
• Threshold braking must be used for which braking system?
• Who benefits from the fundamentals of safe driving?
• How does the Incident Command System (ICS) improve response during major incidents?
• Why are building searches considered some of the most dangerous duties in law enforcement?
• Which set of containers aligns with standard evidence packaging guidelines?
• Which of the following best describes the Direct to Threat approach in building clearing?
• How does mandatory reporting relate to police use-of-force investigations?
• What basic medical response steps should an officer take at a non-emergency medical incident?
• Which statement about reaction times is accurate for day vs night?
• What information should be collected and recorded when documenting a use-of-force event?
• What is the primary function of field notes in an investigation?
• Which statement best differentiates consent searches from searches conducted with probable cause?
• Which of the following safety considerations is NOT typical during a traffic stop?
• Which option is NOT one of the four types of skids?
• A locked door is _____ times stronger than an unlocked door.
• When a vehicle is in a skid, which action should you take?
• Under what circumstances can a police dog be used in searches without a warrant, and what limitations apply?
• Besides Side-by-Side, which is the other 'two-man' formation?
• How do body-worn cameras contribute to investigations and accountability?
• Reaction time is defined as:
• What is the purpose of maintaining the chain of custody for evidence?
• Which statement is NOT one of the two main causes of firearms accidents?
• Which semi-auto pistol malfunction is the easiest to recognize?
• What is the force that must be overcome when one body moves in contact with another body?
• What was the driving force of a nationwide change in active shooter response?
• What is the one-plus-one theory?
• What is the purpose of maintaining a chain of custody for evidence?
• In a turn, what is the Apex?
• Motor dysfunction refers to?
• Why is scene safety the top priority on every call?
• What are the three parts of a turn?
• Which option is NOT a typical step in a lawful vehicle stop?
• Which is the top priority during initial crime scene response?
• Why is proper evidence packaging and labeling important?
• Which de-escalation technique(s) help reduce the likelihood of a confrontation turning violent?
• Which statement expresses the relationship in Newton's Third Law?
• What is the most common type of resistance?
• How should emergency vehicle lighting and siren be used during a stop to maximize safety?
• Why is the chain of custody critical in handling exhibits at a crime scene?
• What is the reactionary gap if the suspect has no weapons?
• Name three sources of information used to establish probable cause at a scene.
• When is a frisk allowed and what is its scope?
• What is the goal of vehicle maintenance and inspections?
• What is static friction?
• Define chain of custody and explain why it matters for admissibility of evidence.
• How should a building be searched when conducting a search?
• Which type of friction occurs when an object rolls rather than slides?
• Which of the following is considered one of the most dangerous duties in law enforcement?
• Which practice best supports both trust-building and officer safety during a potential conflict?
• Which of the following is NOT a flashlight technique name?
• Which term is not one of the three listed friction types: Kinetic, Static, Rolling?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a use for a flashlight?
• What is an example of tangible evidence?
• How should officers respond to violations of protective orders?
• Which term describes a force toward the center of rotation?
• Active shooters usually attack in a ________.
• Which statement is the third cardinal rule of firearm safety?
• What is soft empty hand control?
• Why should video evidence be included when available in use-of-force documentation?
• What is the primary purpose of PPE and safety protocols at an incident scene?
• How many reactionary options are defined?
• What is passive resistance?
• What is the average reaction time during the night?
• What roles do backup teams or officers play on high-risk calls?
• Which outcome is most closely tied to legitimate policing as described?
• Which of the following is a recognized flashlight technique name?
• Which practice best aligns with scene control principles?
• What is the most common semi-auto pistol malfunction?
• How long may motor dysfunction last?
• In a search incident to arrest, what area is considered the 'area within immediate control'?
• Which sequence correctly outlines the general steps in a lawful vehicle stop to ensure safety and compliance?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary parts of a semi-auto pistol?
• Which item is a common component of field notes after a traffic stop?
• Which statement best describes Newton's Third Law?
• Which of the following is an example of very short-lived evidence?
• What is scene control and why is it essential in investigations?
• Which type of friction acts when two surfaces slide past one another?
• Which is second in the life priorities list?
• Under Graham v. Connor, which factors are considered when evaluating the reasonableness of force?
• What is a key reason de-escalation strategies are favored in community policing?
• Which of the following statements best represents bias-free policing practices?
• Which statement accurately describes the plain view doctrine and its limitations?
• Which trio describes the primary responses in active shooter safety training?
• Hard empty hand control includes which techniques?
• What are common elements of an arrest warrant?
• What % of active shooters are male?
• What are the components of acceptability?
• What word is used to identify yourself upon initial entry?
• What is a fatal funnel?
• Who is associated with a law requiring emergency responders to have 2 hours of driving training per year?
• Why is accurate documentation of traffic collisions important?
• What are the basic elements a search warrant should contain?
• In documenting a use-of-force event, why are pre-incident conditions included?
• A lawful detention is based on what standard?
• Which factors help determine reasonable suspicion during a stop?
• What is Acceleration?
• Which factor contributes to danger in building searches?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the Graham v. Connor factors?
• What practice most directly supports lawful and ethical policing while addressing diverse communities?
• Which statement is the fourth cardinal rule of firearm safety?
• What is the purpose of establishing a perimeter around a crime scene?
• What is a basic safety step for officer approach and approach angles during a stop?
• Distraction techniques are defined as?
• TN ranks _____ in school shootings.
• What essential outcome do cultural awareness and de-escalation strategies share with respect to community interactions?
• What is the primary role of a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) in policing interactions with individuals experiencing mental health crises?
• What is defensive resistance?