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A career as a police officer can be highly rewarding, but it does come with a broad range of challenges that not everyone is capable of handling effectively. As such, the assessment process for police officers is designed to measure your suitability for this demanding line of work, testing core skills, cognitive abilities and behavioural characteristics.

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A written message was left at the scene of a crime. The officer determined that the message was intended to mislead the investigation. What does this imply about the person who left the message?

  • They may have knowledge pertinent to the investigation.
  • They have no connection to the crime.
  • They were simply leaving a note for someone else.
  • They are likely to be innocent.

If the annual budget for a police department is $20,500,000 and 25% is allocated to traffic control expenditures, how much is spent on traffic control?

  • $5,125,000
  • $4,100,000
  • $6,250,000
  • $5,000,000

If crime rates have decreased by 15% over the past 5 years, but increased by 5% in the current year, what is the overall percentage change from 5 years ago?

  • -11.25%
  • 9.25%
  • -10.75%
  • -10.25%

While patrolling, an officer received reports of four disturbances. The times of the reports were 3:15 PM, 3:45 PM, 4:05 PM, and 4:40 PM. If the officer spends 15 minutes resolving each situation, what time will it be when the officer clears the last disturbance?

  • 5:40 PM
  • 5:20 PM
  • 5:00 PM
  • 6:00 PM

After reading a report, an officer determined that the suspect could not be the person reported because of an alibi. What logical inference can be made from this?

  • The person with an alibi must be innocent.
  • There is no relationship between an alibi and innocence.
  • The person with an alibi must be lying.
  • An alibi is not relevant to determining a suspect's innocence.

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What are covered on Police tests?

Police tests examine a range of abilities crucial for law enforcement duties. These include logical reasoning, problem-solving skills, comprehension, and sometimes physical fitness components, all designed to assess whether candidates are well-rounded and ready for the line of duty.

How do I prepare for Police tests?

To prepare for police tests, begin by reviewing the common subjects and format. Then, follow a consistent study schedule, work on areas of weakness, and utilize available practice tests, like those on Practice Aptitude Tests, to gauge your readiness and gain familiarity with the exam environment.

How difficult are Police tests?

Police tests are designed to be demanding to ensure candidates meet the rigorous standards of law enforcement roles. While they pose a challenge, with proper preparation and a good understanding of the expectations, you can improve your odds of success significantly.

What types of tests are included in the Police tests?

The police tests usually comprise a variety of assessments, including but not limited to personality questionnaires, situational judgment tests, logical reasoning tests, and perhaps a physical abilities test, each targeting the critical skills necessary for police work.

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    January 08, 2023

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  • South Africa

    May 11, 2022

    It was a very good test, really enjoyed it!

    It was a bit challenging but I managed to get a few answers right. The time was so little I couldn't do all the questions.

  • South Africa

    April 13, 2022

    Interesting and enjoyable

    I enjoyed the test very much. It gave me a lot to work with, and the questions were straightforward. The practice test allowed me the time to calculate and work through my findings, which helped me a lot.

  • United Kingdom

    October 22, 2021

    Where to improve

    The page could be more tablet friendly as the screen could not be zoomed enough to encapsulate the whole page graph and info

  • Ghana

    May 23, 2021

    Hmmm,it was a bit challenging

    I like the fact that I at least tried the test and the questions were not what I expected

  • United Kingdom

    May 07, 2021

    Difficult

    Unsure whether a calculator could be used, which would make it much easier.

  • United Kingdom

    March 29, 2021

    It was challenging

    It was simplistic but made you think hard about the answers

  • South Africa

    March 20, 2021

    Understanding graphs

    Maths and science are combined and I don't like it if the question is not clear compared with the given answers.