Law Enforcement Administration Practice Questions — Set 1

Question 1

What is the primary law enforcement agency in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

Philippine National Police (PNP) in PNP per protocol

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Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in PNP per protocol

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National Bureau of Investigation in PNP per protocol

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Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) in police operations

Question 2

Under RA 6975, which department supervises the PNP administratively?

Accepted Answer

Department of the Interior and Local Government

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Department of Justice in police operations

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Office of the President in PNP per protocol

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National Defense Department of the Philippines in general

Question 3

What is the minimum educational requirement for PNP appointment?

Accepted Answer

Bachelor degree in any field

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Associate degree in justice

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High school diploma completion

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Criminology degree requirement

Question 4

According to RA 6975, as amended by RA 8551, what is the primary role of the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) in relation to the Philippine National Police (PNP)?

Accepted Answer

To exercise administrative control and operational supervision over the PNP.

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To act as the primary legal defense for police officers in court.

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To lead tactical combat operations against insurgents.

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To manage the retirement funds of all uniformed personnel.

Question 5

Which organizational principle in law enforcement states that every subordinate should only report to one single immediate supervisor?

Accepted Answer

Unity of Command

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Delegation of Authority

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Span of Control

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Chain of Command

Question 6

In the PNP rank structure, which rank is considered the entry-level position for a uniformed commissioned officer (PCO) who entered via the lateral entry program or PNPA?

Accepted Answer

Police Lieutenant

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Police Captain

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Police Major

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Police Staff Sergeant

Question 7

A police officer is assigned to a specific geographical area to conduct regular patrols and interact with the residents. What type of policing strategy is being emphasized here?

Accepted Answer

Community-Oriented Policing (COPS)

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Intelligence-Led Policing

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Reactive Policing

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Zero-Tolerance Policing

Question 8

What is the 'Span of Control' principle in police administration?

Accepted Answer

The maximum number of subordinates that a superior can effectively supervise.

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The total number of police officers in a region.

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The legal jurisdiction of a police station.

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The duration of a police officer's shift.

Question 9

Under RA 8551, what is the 'waiver' program for PNP recruitment used for?

Accepted Answer

To admit applicants who do not meet the minimum height or weight requirements if they possess special skills.

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To allow officers to retire early with full benefits.

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To allow applicants with criminal records to join the force.

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To bypass the required entrance examinations.

Question 10

Which of the following is considered the 'backbone' of the police organization, as it is the most visible and provides the primary contact with the public?

Accepted Answer

Patrol

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Investigation

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Intelligence

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Logistics