Ethical Problem-Solving Module 1 (Part 3) - Police Academy Prep North Carolina

1. Question

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Which CDM step focuses on identifying potential risks, threats, and consequences?

Step 2: assess the situation

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Step 1: collect information

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Step 3: consider powers and policy

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Step 5: review and reassess

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2. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding Step 3 of the CDM model?

officers must consider legal authority and agency policy before acting

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officers determine outcomes based solely on experience and judgment

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officers prioritize speed over legal considerations

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officers rely on intuition rather than policy guidance

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3. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding Step 5 of the CDM model?

it requires evaluating the outcome and adjusting decisions if needed

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it finalizes the decision and eliminates further reassessment

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it is focused only on report writing after the incident

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it occurs before any action is taken

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4. Question

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Which of the following best represents procedural justice?

fairness in how decisions are made, not just the outcome

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consistent enforcement regardless of circumstances

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strict adherence to agency policy

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focusing on legal authority over perception

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5. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding procedural justice?

individuals are more likely to comply when they feel they were treated fairly

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outcomes are more important than how the decision was reached

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fairness reduces officer effectiveness

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transparency is not necessary during encounters

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6. Question

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Which of the following is NOT a component of procedural justice?

prioritizing enforcement outcomes over explanation

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providing an opportunity for individuals to speak

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making impartial decisions based on facts

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explaining actions and decisions clearly

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7. Question

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Which statement best reflects the “voice” principle?

individuals are given the opportunity to explain their perspective

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officers limit communication to maintain control

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decisions are made without citizen input

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communication is restricted to commands only

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8. Question

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______ is recognizing and understanding another person’s feelings during an encounter.

Empathy

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Sympathy

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Courtesy

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Neutrality

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9. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding groupthink?

individuals may suppress their opinions to maintain group consensus

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groupthink encourages diverse viewpoints

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groupthink improves independent thinking

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groupthink eliminates bias

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10. Question

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Cynicism refers to:

distrust of others’ motives or intentions

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strict adherence to policy and procedure

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belief in maintaining authority over others

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avoiding contact with non-law enforcement

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11. Question

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Occupational solidarity is:

trusting fellow officers over others

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cooperation between law enforcement and the public

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shared responsibility across agencies

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equal treatment of all individuals

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12. Question

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______ is exercising control or power over others.

Authoritarianism

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Authority

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Control

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Enforcement

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13. Question

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Active participation in the Code of Silence includes:

intentionally concealing misconduct by another officer

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being unaware of misconduct occurring

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reporting misconduct to supervisors

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following departmental policy

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14. Question

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Passive participation in the Code of Silence includes:

failing to report known misconduct

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assisting in covering up misconduct

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initiating disciplinary action

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documenting violations

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15. Question

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______ is misuse of authority for personal or professional gain.

Corruption

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Misconduct

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Abuse of power

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Impropriety

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16. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding corruption?

access to authority and opportunity increases the risk of misconduct

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corruption occurs only when officers seek financial gain

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corruption is limited to criminal activity

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corruption does not affect public perception

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17. Question

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What is noble cause corruption?

committing unethical acts to achieve a perceived just outcome

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accepting money in exchange for favors

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failing to report misconduct

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misuse of authority for personal gain

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18. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding noble cause corruption?

officers may justify unethical behavior if they believe the outcome is justified

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it involves minor policy violations that do not affect the integrity of investigations or outcomes

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it occurs when officers prioritize procedural compliance over achieving justice in complex situations

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it is limited to actions that are legally questionable but ethically justified under department policy

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19. Question

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Which of the following is an example of noble cause corruption?

falsifying evidence to secure a conviction

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accepting gratuities from citizens

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failing to report misconduct

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enforcing laws inconsistently

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20. Question

1 point(s)

You are determining what laws apply to a situation. Which CDM step are you in?

Step 3: consider powers and policy

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Step 2: assess the situation

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Step 4: identify options

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Step 5: review

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21. Question

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You are comparing possible actions to determine the best option. Which CDM step are you in?

Step 4: identify options

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Step 2: assess the situation

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Step 3: consider powers

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Step 5: review

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22. Question

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You review your actions to determine if changes are needed. Which CDM step are you in?

Step 5: review and reassess

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Step 4: identify options

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Step 3: consider powers

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Step 1: collect information

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23. Question

1 point(s)

You decide to explain your actions to a subject to improve cooperation. This is an example of:

procedural justice

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enforcement authority

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discretionary control

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investigative reasoning

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24. Question

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You allow a subject to explain their side before making a decision. This demonstrates:

procedural justice

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officer authority

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investigative control

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enforcement discretion

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25. Question

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What is problem-solving?

a step-by-step process of identifying, deciding, executing, and evaluating.

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a structured enforcement method focused on legal compliance.

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a process limited to criminal investigations.

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a method of applying policies in a consistent manner.

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26. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding law enforcement duties?

officers spend most of their time responding to non-criminal events, keeping the peace, and solving problems

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officers primarily focus on making arrests and enforcing criminal laws

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officers are mainly responsible for administrative and documentation duties

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problem-solving is limited to situations involving criminal violations

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27. Question

1 point(s)

Every 9-1-1 call is best described as:

a request for help to solve a problem

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a report requiring enforcement action

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a criminal investigation in progress

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an incident that typically leads to arrest

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28. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding discretion?

the use of discretion has both ethical and legal consequences

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discretion allows officers to act outside legal authority when necessary

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discretion applies only in minor situations

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discretion eliminates accountability

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29. Question

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to treat people in a way that does not favor some over others or is too harsh.

Fair

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Impartial

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Ethical

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Neutral

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30. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding ethics, integrity, and morals?

they are intertwined and collectively guide officer behavior and decision-making

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they operate independently and apply to different aspects of policing

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they are defined only by legal and policy requirements

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they apply only when officers are engaged in enforcement

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31. Question

1 point(s)

Right to choose what should be done in a particular situation.

Discretion

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Judgment

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Authority

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Compliance

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32. Question

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Which statement below is most correct regarding legitimacy?

it is based on public perception and not solely legal authority

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it is primarily established through lawful authority, although public opinion may influence how it is viewed

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it is determined by whether officers act within statutory authority regardless of community perception

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it is grounded in legal authority and reinforced through consistent enforcement outcomes

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33. Question

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principles of conduct governing behavior based on ideas about what is right and wrong.

Ethics

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Integrity

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Morals

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Discretion

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34. Question

1 point(s)

Which statement below is most correct regarding the Code of Silence?

it may involve both actively concealing and passively ignoring misconduct

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it is required to maintain officer safety

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it applies only to criminal investigations

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it improves trust within the community

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35. Question

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______ is treating individuals with respect regardless of the situation.

Courtesy

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Professionalism

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Respect

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Empathy

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36. Question

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What is groupthink?

a tendency for group members to conform and avoid disagreement

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a structured method of evaluating multiple perspectives

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independent reasoning within a group

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a system used to improve decision-making accuracy

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37. Question

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An officer lies under oath because the officer believes a dangerous suspect should be convicted. Which example of noble cause corruption is shown?

Committing perjury

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Accepting a gratuity

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Using fair discretion

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Showing unhealthy loyalty

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