Law Enforcement Officer Guidebook for Written Exams Book
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Description
Topics: Time Analysis, Analogies, Number and Letter Sequencing, Applied Math, Map Reading, Photo Recognition, Situational – Scenario Exercises and a 300 Item Practice Exam, each section is filled with test-taking techniques and strategies accompanied by actual examples that have appeared on previously administered tests.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction
*Introduction
*Products and Services Statement
*General Overview
*The Most Often Asked Questions About Entry Level Law Enforcement Tests
*Time Analysis

Chapter 2: Reading Comprehension

Reading Comprehension
*Statement of Information v. Material Truth
*Narrative or Data Content
*Qualifiers and Conditionals
*Absolute Conditionals

Punctuation
*Quotation Marks
*Exclamation Points
*Commas
*Parentheses

Moods and Tones – Don’t Take What You Read Personally
*Informative Tone
*Persuasive Tone
*Sarcastic Tone

Chapter 3: Types of Questions

Hypothetical and Situation Types of Questions

Photographic Memory Recollection Types of Questions

Analogies
*Correlative Analogies
*Functional Analogies
*Role Relation Analogies
*Gender Relation Analogies
*Cause & Effect Analogies
*Typing Analogies

Spelling
*Direct Spelling
*Applied Spelling

Number and Lettering Sequencing
*Straight Sequencing
*Patterned Sequencing
*Complex Patterned Sequencing

Applied Mathematics
*Charts and Graphs
*Pie Chart
*Bar Graphs
*Line Graphs
*Word Problems

Map Reading

Chapter 4: Sketch & Photograph Recognition and Memorization Exercises

Sketch and Photograph Recognition and Memorization Exercises

The Three Tier Process
*Use Your Observational Skills
*Store Information in an organized arrangement
*The Focus of Attention Method of Memorization

Understanding Oral Information

Chapter 5 – Test 1
*Test 1
*Answers and Explanations

Chapter 6– Test 2
*Test 2
*Answers and Explanations

Chapter 7 – Applied Mathematics Test
*Applied Mathematics Test
*Applied Mathematics Test Answers

Chapter 8 – Applied Spelling Test
*Applied Spelling Test
*Applied Spelling Test Answers

Chapter 9 – Number and Letter Sequence Test
*Number and Letter Sequence Test
*Number and Letter Sequence Test Answers

Chapter 10 – End Notes
*End Notes

Synopsis
This all inclusive guide is intended to familiarize law enforcement candidates with the necessary information required to score well on police entry-level tests. The guide provides valuable insights into key areas of knowledge that continue to appear on multi-jurisdictional police tests. The guide is broken down into the following sections: Time Analysis, Reading Comprehension Techniques, Direct and Applied Spelling, Analogies, Number and Letter Sequencing Applied Math (Graphs and Charts), Map Reading, Photo Recognition, Situational – Scenario Exercises and a 300 Item Practice Exam (Actual Previously Administered Examination). Each section is filled with test-taking techniques and strategies accompanied by actual examples that have appeared on previously administered tests. Detailed explanations accompany each example and provide candidates with insights into the reasoning and strategies used by test examiners when developing questions. The guide is accompanied by a 300-item written test that was previously used to screen candidates for the position of police officer. A must for anyone interested in learning how to prepare for written tests.

About the Authors
TestBetterNow LLC was founded in 2002 by Dr. Craig A. Zendzian and Associates. The company is an exclusive distributor of test preparation and tutorial products and services for people interested in preparing for jobs and positions in areas of public safety, such as police officer and firefighter. Dr. Zendzian has been involved in testing and measurement for over 25 years with several consulting firms. He has conducted numerous written, oral interview and assessment testing processes throughout New England, as well as for Tribal Indian Nations. He has served on a Governor’s Commission overseeing the development of police academy training programs and certification, as well as being involved in the development of professional certification programs for a state Department of Corrections. Accompanied by a team of experienced law enforcement and public safety professionals, Dr. Zendzian has conducted numerous tutorial programs for entry level and executive promotional positions. He is a graduate of the New York City Police Academy, and also holds a Ph.D. from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. In addition, he has been employed for 30 years as a college professor in criminal justice, law enforcement, and leadership & management studies. Dr. Zendzian has testified in both federal and state courts as an expert witness on the subject of test design and development. He most recently designed a competency-based entry program for employment as a Correction Officer with a State Department of Correction.  Every staff member of TestBetterNow brings expertise in all phases of testing and assessment. Tutorial programs designed by TestBetterNow have improved test candidate’s confidence and overall knowledge in HOW to be successful when taking written examinations, oral boards, interviews and assessment tests. The firm’s popular Learning JourneyTM approach applies test-taking techniques to practice exams, and is used consistently throughout all of our self-help guides and manuals. This unique hands-on-approach provides test-takers with insights into areas of knowledge requiring improvement. Candidates get first-hand experience in taking practice tests that have been previously administered to actual candidates for similar positions.