CRIME DETECTION AND INVESTIGATION (15%)

INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only
one answer for each item by shading the box corresponding to the letter of your choice
on the answer sheet provided. STRICTLY NO ERASURES ALLOWED. Use pencil no. 2
only.

Multiple Choice:

1. The following are the duties of a driver who meets a motor vehicle accident that occurs
in the highway:
1. Stop immediately
2. Sow his driver’s license
3. Give his true name and address
4. Give the true name and address of the owner of the motor vehicle
A. Only 1 C. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. The protection of an informant in a case such that his individual identity will not
be linked to the information he provided and publicly divulged is a matter of –
A. Protection C. Human right
B. Confidentiality D. Confinement
3. On a highway, a traffic sign reads 80 kph as the maximum speed. While the area
is very foggy, a man drives at 80 kph. If you are a traffic patrol officer assigned at
the area, you may apprehend the driver for-
A. Overspeeding C. Underspeeding
B. Reckless driving D. Failure to slowdown
4. What dangerous drug can be extracted from the Chinese plant known as Epedra
or “Ma Hwang”?
A. Coacaine C. Fentanyl
B. Shabu D. Bezedrine
5. Which writ that commands an individual, organization, administrative tribunal
or court to perform a certain action, usually to correct a prior illegal action or a
failure to act in the first place?
A. Certiorari C. Malfeasance
B. Mandamus D. Affidavit
6. Part of the traffic rules are colors and shapes of the traffic signs. What is the color
of the background of a regulatory sign?
A. Blue C. Yellow
B. Green D. White

7. In relation to traffic lights, from the bottom, what is the arrangement of color of
the traffic light?
A. Red, yellow, green C. Green, red, yellow
B. Green, yellow, red D. Red, green, yellow
8. What kind of a driver is one who shows a complete disregard for others, being
aggressive, impatient, demanding and thoroughly sefish in his actions affecting
other drivers?
A. Vociferous type C. Defensive type
B. Egotists type D. Emotionally disturbed type
9. Which of the following is also called bias crime?
A. Hate crime C. Mass murder
B. Incestuous crime D. Genocide
10. The informal, unwritten code of organized crime which demands silence and
loyalty, among other things, of family members, is known as –
A. Omerta C. Guillotine
B. Omnibus D. Expatriate
11. What is the general rule for the movement of vehicular traffic in the Philippines?
A. “Keep to the left” C. “Keep to the right”
B. “Keep to the center” D. “Watch out”

12. What should drivers to when an emergency vehicle approaches displaying legally
authorized red light and sounding a siren?
A. Pull aside and stop the car abruptly
B. Continue driving slowly without regard of the emerging vehicle
C. Yield the right-of-way and wait for the passage of the vehicle
D. Disregard the red light and siren
13. Even dangerous drugs have trade names. Which of the following is NOT use as
trade name of the sedative-hypnotic drug benzodiazepine which is used as a long
acting sleeping pill which peaks at 1-2 hours ingestion and falls after 16-35
hours?
A. Valium C. Rohypnol
B. Xanax D. Barbiturates
14. Investigation revealed that the most common or prevalent method of completed
suicide in jails or prison is –
A. By means of firearm
B. By means of hanging
C. By means of drinking poisonous substance
D. By means of drowning
15. What is known as the world’s computer network in which crimes may be
committed through the use of computer or similar means?
A. International crimes C. World Web
B. Internet D. Computer system

16. One of the following is a process by which criminals seek to disguise the illicit
nature of their proceeds by introducing them into the mainstream of legitimate
commerce and finance.
A. Plunder C. Pyramiding
B. Money laundering D. Monopoly
17. What is called a money or document, such as deed or title, held by a third party
until the conditions of an agreement are met?
 A. Equity C. Escheat
B. Escrow D. Estoppel
18. A name used by someone other than his or her real name. It is usually used to
reference that other name and often used to hide a person’s true legal identity.
What is being defined?
A. A.K.A. – As known as C. Alibi
B. Alias D. Anonymous
19. In criminal investigation, the golden rule is that –
A. The investigator must never touch or move items at the crime scene without
being preserved
B. The investigator must never talk to anyone his findings as they are considered
confidential
C. The investigator should follow protocol in collecting evidence
D. The investigator must know the concept of chain of custody
20. What is the proof that one is given permission by the Land Transportation Office
(LTO) to operate a vehicle on public highways?
A. Driver’s ID C. Franchise
B. Driver’s License D Operator’s license
21. In questioning a witness, an ideal type of written statement is:
A. Narrative type because it is easier and will be short
B. Question and answer because it provides details of acts
C. Combination of the two
D. Your convenient type
22. Papaver Somniferum is a mother drugs of other narcotics substance known as –
A. Magic Mushroom C. Cannabis Sativa
B. Cocaine D. Opium Poppy
23. Confession made by the accused without counsel to assist because he did not
request for one is not admissible in evidence is founded in which famous U.S. case?
A. Crooker vs. California C. Miranda vs. State of Arizona
B. Willis vs. state of Texas D. Escobido vs. Illinois
24. Referred to as “uppers”. This group of drugs increase alertness and or alertness.
A. Stimulants C. Amphetamine
B. Caffeine D. Cocaine
25. The Golden Crescent which is known to be one of the biggest producer or heroin is
located in the South West Asia composed of which countries?
A. Iran, Persia, India and Pakistan
B. Afghanistan, Iran, India and Pakistan
C. Pakistan, Afghanistan, Persia and Iraq
D. Iraq, Iran, Lebanon and Turkey
26. Which of the following is NOT one of the elements of infanticide?
A. Child was killed
B. The deceased child was less than three days of age
C. The offender is not a parent of a child
D. The accused killed the said child
27. Which of the following that organized crime and terrorism differ?
A. Its membership C. Its leadership
B. Its motivation D. Its networking
28. Under Republic Act 8353, the crime of rape can be categorized into, by sexual
intercourse and by sexual assault. Which of the following is a case of rape by sexual
assault?
A. A man who ravished a child below 12 years old
B. A man who inserted his finger inside the woman’s anus
C. A woman who forced a man to have carnal with her
D. A man who copulated with a woman who is sleeping or drunk
29. Methylenedioxymethamphetamine or MDMA is commonly known as_____:
A. Shabu C. Cocaine
B. Opium D. Ecstasy
30. This method of search maybe applicable to a crime scene which is approximately
circular or oval. The searchers gather at the center and proceed outward along radius
or spokes.
A. Wheel Method C. Zone Method
B. Spiral Method D. Strip Method
31. According to the PDEA report, there are three major drugs of abuse dominating the
Philippines.The ranking are as follows –
A. shabu,marijuana, ecstasy C. Marijuana, shabu, LSD
B. shabu, Ketamine, LSD D. Ephedrine, Cannabis, MDMA
32. Acronym IRONIC in interviewing witness stands for _____.
A. Identity, Rapport, Opening Statement, Narration, Inquiry and Conclusion.
B. Inquiry, Respect, Opening Statement, Novelty, Identify and Continuance.
C. Identify, Respect, Omnipotence, Narration, Inquiry and Conclusion.
D. Identification, Reporting, Organizing, Negotiation, Investigation, Consideration

33. A case wherein the violation of law or ordinances has just been unearthed or
discovered and the suspect and witness are still emotionally affected, upset, or shocked
is known as –
A. Hot case C. Warm case
B. Cold case D. Freezing case
34. The Philippine’s policy making and strategy formulating body in the planning and
formulation of policies and programs on drug prevention and control is –
A. National Police Commission
B. Department of Interior and Local Government
C. Dangerous Drug Board
D. Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency
35. Persons arrested, detained or under custodial investigation are provided by Republic
Act 7438 with certain rights under the Miranda Doctrine. These rights however can be
waived in writing in the presence of competent and independent counsel of his choice.
Which are these rights?
1. Right to remain silent
2. Right to counsel
3. Right to be visited
4. Right to be informed of those rights

A. 1 and 3 only C. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only
36. Known as the “Fire Code of the Philippines” is______.
A. Republic Act 6975 C. Republic Act 9514
 B. Republic Act 9263 D. Presidential Decree 1613
37. Basically, a fire has three (3) elements. In some cases however, fire has what known
to have a 4th element known as____.
A. Fuel C. Uninhibited chemical reaction
B. Heat D. Oxygen
38. Otherwise known as the Money Laundering Act of 2001 is______.
A. Republic Act 9160 C. Republic Act 9061
B. Republic Act 3019 D. Republic Act 9165

39. Asian organized crime that represent mystical symbol of an equilateral triangle
representing the heaven, earth and man is____.
A. Yakuza C. Triad
B. Tongs D. Born to Kill of Vietnam

40. Chief Superintendent Raffy Damulao, is rumored to be involved in human

trafficking. It is alleged that he provided a place wherein the victims of trafficking are
temporarily sheltered pending disposition. If true Damulao is guilty for____.
A. Human Trafficking C. Act that promotes trafficking
B. Qualified Trafficking D. Trafficking in Persons

41. Al Qaeda founded by the late Osama Bin Laden is an Arabic term for –
A. Student C. Carrier of the Sword
B. The Base D. God is Great
42. The methodology involving the systematic searching, handling, distribution and
accountability of all evidence found at the crime scene, including the documentation of
every article of evidence from the point of initial discovery at the scene, to its collection
and transport to the point of examination, its temporary storage and its final disposal
is referred to as___.
A. Corpus delicti C. Blotter
B. Body of the crime D. Chain of custody

43. A process by which assets, primarily cash derived from illegal activities are
manipulated in such a manner to make them look as if they were derived from legitimate
sources is –
A. Illegal Banking C. Money Laundering
B. Unlawful Financial Transaction D. Hawala

44. Which type of drug according to pharmacological classification that user’s pain is
relieved and induces him to sleep?
A. Hallucinogens C. Stimulants
B. Sedatives/Depressant D. Narcotics

45. Under Republic Act 8294 the use of unlicensed firearm in the commission of a crime
is not considered as a separate crime but shall be appreciated as a –
A. Mere alternative circumstance
B. Qualifying circumstance
C. Mere aggravating circumstance
D. Generic aggravating circumstance
46. Who among the following that serve as permanent consultant of the Dangerous Drug
Board?
A. Secretary of DILG and Secretary of Justice
B. NBI Director and PNP Director General
C. PDEA Director General and PNP, Chief
D. PNP Director and PDEA Director
47. The convention held in Palermo, Italy in 2000 provides that an organized criminal
group must have a membership of at least ______.
A. 3 or more C. 4 or more
B. 2 or more D. 5 or more
48. Marijuana plant can easily be identified by its____.
A. stalk that grows up to 12 feet
B. pungent scent when matured or fully grown.
C. branches which occur at opposite points on the stalk
D. finger-like leaves broken into leaflets whose edges are serrated in shape.

49. Drug addicts when under the influence of drugs are menace to the community
because they:
A. Are violently insane C. Flagrantly immoral
B. Ruin their life/health D. Feel no restraint in committing crimes

50. In the three-lane areas of the expressway, existing traffic rules require that the
innermost lane should always be left open. The BEST justification for this rule is
that the innermost lane is___.
A. Reserved only for light vehicles
B. Used only for emergency purposes
C. Used only for overtaking
D. Reserved only for heavy vehicles

51. What is the first action of a Police Officer upon arrival at a homicide scene?
A. Bring the dying victim in the hospital C. Witness interviewing
B. Crime scene search D. Identification of witness

52. Traffic safety education for children needs to be systematic –

A. to instill safety consciousness among the children
B. to cope up with the demands of time
C. to lessen the fatalities among children while they are young
D. to learn easier than adults

53. OPLAN TOKHANG, which literally means “Katok Hangyo” is considred practical
and realistic means of accelerating the government’s drive against illegal drugs
in the Philippines. Its main objective is –
A. to clean the Philippine society from illegal drugs
B. to eliminate illegal drugs within the first six months of President Duterte’s
term
C. to stop the use and sale of illegal drugs during the term of President Duterte
D. to eliminate persons responsible in the proliferation of shabu
54. Once the crime scene has been thoroughly documented and locations of evidence
was noted, the collection process begins and will usually starts with___.
A. point of exit C. fragile evidence
B. large objects D. removal of cadaver

55. You are a police officer who responded in a shooting incident. Upon arrival at the
scene, the suspect flee while shooting at you. What actions would you take?
A. Attend to the injured victim C. Shoot back at the suspect
B. Save life D. Call a back up

56. Through this tool of criminal investigation tangible things can be used to detect
crimes, identify the criminals, facilitate, and assist the investigator in its task in
achieving the objectives of criminal investigation. This refers to which Three I’s of
criminal investigation?
A. Information C. Instrumentation
B. Criminalistics D. Interview/Interrogation

57. You are lawman, investigating a suspected rape-slaying case which was allegedly
witnessed by a certain person who volunteered to identify and testify against the
perpetrator. Factors that you should consider in determining the accuracy of
identifying the suspect are:
1. His ability to observe and remember the distinct appearance of the suspect
2. The prevailing conditions of visibility and observation when the crime was
committed
3. His state of mind when he witnessed the commission of the crime
4. The lapse of time between the criminal event and when identification was made
A. 1, 2 and 3 C. 1, 2 and 4
B. 1, 2, 3 and 4 D. 1, 3 and 4

58. In OPLAN TOKHANG, when does visitation of the reported drug personality is
conducted?
A. After receiving a report
B. Upon validation of collected information
C. Upon complaint by the Barangay officials
D. Upon proper documentation and verification of all possible sources of
information

59. Covert observation of a person, place, or things by human or technical means to

acquire information is called_______.
A. Surveillance C. Mobile
B. Stationary surveillance D. Technical

60. An accident which is accompanied by an unidentified road user who flees

immediately thereafter.
A. Hit and Run cases C. Motor vehicle non-traffic accident
B. Motor vehicle traffic accident D. Non motor vehicle none traffic
accident
61. Sometimes called “roping”. An investigation technique whereby the operative
conceals his true identity and adopts an assumed role to obtain information or
accomplish a specific mission.
A. Undercover assignment C. Work assignment and social
assignment
B. Dwelling assignment D. Personal contact assignment

62. In searching for physical evidence at the crime scene, the following types of search
could be used depending upon locale, number of personnel available, type of object
sought and speed desired, EXCEPT:
A. Strip and double strip or grid search C. Rectangular and circular
search
B. Zone search D. Spiral and wheel search

63. In interviewing a witness, question-and-answer type is preferable written

statement because it is –
A. easier to profound questions and answer will be brief and concise
B. easier to develop or prove the essential elements of an offense
C. objective and reflects of what he actually perceived
D. convenient

64. Republic Act No. 7438 defines immediate members of the family are as follows,
except:
A. Spouse, fiancé/fiancée, parents, child, brother or sister
B. Grandparents, grandson/daughter, great granddaughter/grandson
C. Uncle, aunt, guardian, ward
D. Relatives, intimate friends and best friends

65. Homicide investigation’ s “Golden Rule” is/are?

i. Never touch, alter and change the position of anything until identified,
measured and photographed
ii. Every contact leaves a trace
iii. When a body or article has been move it can never be restored to its original
position
A. I C. i and iii
B. i and ii D. i, ii and iii

66. Seeing, feeling or hearing and understanding of an unusual or unexpected condition

indicative of a sign that the accident might takes place.
A. perception of hazards C. starts of evasive action
B. initial contact D. maximum engagement

67. What is the general rule for the movement of vehicular traffic in the Philippines?
A. “keep to the left” C. none of these
B. “keep to the right” D. “watch out”
68. The interview of a witness can be described by the acronym IRONIC, which stands
for:
A. Inquiry, Recognition, Organization, Novelty, Identity, Continuity
B. Identity, Rapport, Omnipresent, Narration, Inquiry, Conclusion
C. Identity, Recognition, Opening statement, Narration, Inquiry, Conclusion
D. Identity, Rapport, Opening statement, Narration, Inquiry, Conclusion

69. Physical evidence are contaminated, altered of shape, damaged or lost because of
–
A. improper packaging and non-maintenance of chain of custody
B. corruption of investigator
C. carelessness of the evidence custodian
D. incompetence and ineptness of the SOCO personnel

70. Under Republic Act 7438, when does the police’ custody of suspect to a crime
commence, hence the latter is entitled to be informed of his rights under the Miranda
doctrine which cannot be waived?
A. At the time of custodial investigation
B. During the announcement that he is under arrest
C. During the actual questioning
D. At the moment that he is invited for questioning

71. Criminal investigative activities virtually deals with:

A. recognition and collection of facts which may be sensory, documentary and
physical forms
B. preservation and evaluation of information gathered from the regular,
cultivated and grapevine sources
C. persons and things
D. searching and arresting criminals

72. Criminality of an organized crime group is directed by –

A. the pursuit of profit along well-defined lines
B. violence, when the interests of the organization are threatened
C. the boss
D. the pursuit of eliminating competitors

73. A person found guilty of use of dangerous drugs for the first time shall be
punished with:
A. Imprisonment of 6 yrs and one day to 12 years
B. Rehabilitation of a minimum period of 6 months
C. Rehabilitation for 6 months to 18 months
D. Imprisonment of at least 6 months

74. Considered to be one of the prime suppliers of Heroin in Asia is the so called Golden
Triangle where 80% of illicit drugs of the world originate. This lies on the borders of:
A. Thailand –Laos –Burma C. Iran –Afghanistan – Pakistan
 B. Thailand – Laos- Myanmar D. Peru- Columbia- Bolivia

75. He is a sort of midlevel manager who serves as a buffer between the lowest-level
members and the upper-level members of the crime family.
A. The Consigliere C. The Capos
B. The Underboss D. Soldiers

76. Considered to be the beginning of any homicide investigation is the process of –

A. establishing the accurate cause of death
B. determining who is responsible for the death
C. determining how the victim was killed
D. determining when the victim was killed

77. Before the dead body is removed from the crime scene, the investigator must be sure that
the following had already been performed.
1. Crime scene search, sketch and photograph taken.
2. Possible witnesses are identified, leads taken into considerations and relative position
of the body was determined.
3. Notes are properly taken cared, evidence are identified, collected and preserved.
4. Close coordination between the medico-legal officer, the prosecutor and the homicide
investigator was established.
A. 1 and 4 C. 2 and 3
B. 1, 2 and 3 D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

78. Which of the following that manifests the presence of livor mortis?
A. Discoloration of the dead body C. Cooling of the dead body
B. Hardening of the muscles D. Rising of the cadaver

79. What is the primary aim of driver instruction programs?

A. To teach the rudiments of driving
B. To instill awareness of one’s legal and moral responsibilities in traffic
C. To teach the abilities required for one to be eligible for a driving license
D. To help the learners know the basic of traffic rules and regulations

80. You are a police officer who wants to determine whether a driver is authorized to
drive. What is the evidence that you will ask him to show to prove that he is allowed
by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to operate a vehicle on public highways?
A. driver’s ID C. driver’s license
B. franchise D. operator’s license

81. The first action taken by a traffic unit to escape from collision course or otherwise
avoid hazard.
A. Start of evasive action C. Point of no escape
B. Point of possible perception D. Final position

82. Which of the following body system coincide the stopping of a mental organ
function of a person to medically “dead”?
A. cardiac C. central nervous
 B. respiratory D. digestive

83. Presidential Decree No. 1612 is the law that define and punishes the crime of –
A. highway robbery C. carnapping
B. cattle rustling D. fencing

84. The notion, which declares that human behavior tends to repeat itself, can serve as
basis of the investigator in determining –
A. criminal behavior C. nature of the crime
B. modus operandi D. criminal intent

85. What is the first act that a police officer must do upon his arrival at the scene of
the crime?
A. Secure the crime scene C. Interview of witness
B. Taking a picture D. Attend to emergency

86. Any person who killed his father, mother or child, whether legitimate or illegitimate,
or any of his ascendants, or his spouse, is guilty of what crime?
A. Homicide C. Parricide
B. Murder D. Any of the choices

87. Under RA 8294 the use of unlicensed firearm in the commission of a crime is not
considered as a separate crime but shall be appreciated as a-
A. mere alternative circumstance C. qualifying circumstance
B. mere aggravating circumstance D. generic aggravating
circumstance

88. You are the first responder in the crime scene. How will you protect an outdoor
crime scene?
A. Establish a command center C. Lock the door of the crime
scene
B. Barricade and guard the crime scene D. Wait for the arrival of the
SOCO

89. Republic Act 9851 is a law that punish –

A. crimes against international humanitarian law, genocide, and other crimes
against humanity
B. crime of human trafficking
C. systematic arms and weapon smuggling
D. act of financing terrorist activities and for other purposes related to terrorism

90. Called “ Exclusionary Rules on Evidence” whereby evidence obtained in violation of

any of this is inadmissible, EXCEPT:
A. Rights against unreasonable search and seizures
B. Right to privacy and communication and correspondence
C. In-custodial investigation rights and right against self-incrimination
D. Right to counsel
91. Method of search where the operatives follow each other in the path of a circle
that commence from the outside, approaching towards the center.
A. Spiral C. Strip
B. Wheel D. Grid

92. The Mafioso connotes:

1. Pride, self confidence, and vainglorious behavior
2. Brave and self reliant
3. Man of honor or man of respect
4. Man of action, and one not to be taken lightly
A. 1, 2 and 3 C. 1 and 3
B. 1, 2 and 4 D. 2 and 4

93. Legally, when does death considered to have occurred?

1. Respiratory system is no longer performing within the body
2. Cardiac activity is no longer performing within the body
3. Central nervous system activity is no longer performing within the body
A. 1 C. 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 D. 1, 2 and 3

94. In order to introduce physical evidence in trial, three important factors may be
considered, EXCEPT:
A. The article must be properly identified
B. Continuity or chain of custody
C. Legality of the procurement
D. Competency must be proved, that the evidence is material and relevant

95. The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is under the___________, and part of traffic –
A. DILG-engineering C. DPWH-engineering
B. DOTC-enforcement D. DEPED-traffic education

96. Which of the following is the correct chronology of interviewing a witness or a

suspect?
1. Opening Statement 4. Rapport
2. Identity 5. Narration
3. Inquiry 6. Conclusion
A. 1, 3, 5, 2, 6 and 4 C. 2, 1, 4, 3, 5 and 6
B. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 D. 2, 4, 1, 4, 3 and 6

97. When there is a slightest reason to suspect that a dead body has been poisoned –
A. it should be subjected to autopsy
B. the organs should be removed before embalming
C. secure authorization from the dead body’s family for appropriate disposition
D. make sure that enough samples are procured
98. Transient loss of consciousness with temporary cessation of the vital functions of
the body is known as –
A. death C. coma
B. state of suspended animation D. rigor mortis

99. Physical evidence must be protected from accidental, intentional and even from
natural alterations to –
A. maintain its legal integrity
B. maintain its physical integrity
C. present it in court in the same substantial condition as it is at the time the
offense was committed
D. avoid casting doubts as to its authenticity

100. A wound resulting from instinctive reaction of self protection is what special type
of wound?
A. defense C. self inflicted wound
B. offensive D. patterned

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1. The following are the duties of a driver who meets a motor vehicle accident that occurs
in the highway:
5. Stop immediately
6. Sow his driver’s license
7. Give his true name and address
8. Give the true name and address of the owner of the motor vehicle
C. Only 1 C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
22. The protection of an informant in a case such that his individual identity will not
be linked to the information he provided and publicly divulged is a matter of –
C. Protection C. Human right
D. Confidentiality D. Confinement
23. On a highway, a traffic sign reads 80 kph as the maximum speed. While the area
is very foggy, a man drives at 80 kph. If you are a traffic patrol officer assigned at
the area, you may apprehend the driver for-
C. Overspeeding C. Underspeeding
D. Reckless driving D. Failure to slowdown
24. What dangerous drug can be extracted from the Chinese plant known as Epedra
or “Ma Hwang”?
C. Coacaine C. Fentanyl
D. Shabu D. Bezedrine
25. Which writ that commands an individual, organization, administrative tribunal
or court to perform a certain action, usually to correct a prior illegal action or a
failure to act in the first place?
C. Certiorari C. Malfeasance
D. Mandamus D. Affidavit
26. Part of the traffic rules are colors and shapes of the traffic signs. What is the color
of the background of a regulatory sign?
C. Blue C. Yellow
D. Green D. White

27. In relation to traffic lights, from the bottom, what is the arrangement of color of
the traffic light?
C. Red, yellow, green C. Green, red, yellow
D. Green, yellow, red D. Red, green, yellow
28. What kind of a driver is one who shows a complete disregard for others, being
aggressive, impatient, demanding and thoroughly sefish in his actions affecting
other drivers?
C. Vociferous type C. Defensive type
D. Egotists type D. Emotionally disturbed type
29. Which of the following is also called bias crime?
C. Hate crime C. Mass murder
D. Incestuous crime D. Genocide
30. The informal, unwritten code of organized crime which demands silence and
loyalty, among other things, of family members, is known as –
 C. Omerta C. Guillotine
D. Omnibus D. Expatriate
31. What is the general rule for the movement of vehicular traffic in the Philippines?
C. “Keep to the left” C. “Keep to the right”
D. “Keep to the center” D. “Watch out”

32. What should drivers to when an emergency vehicle approaches displaying legally
authorized red light and sounding a siren?
E. Pull aside and stop the car abruptly
F. Continue driving slowly without regard of the emerging vehicle
G. Yield the right-of-way and wait for the passage of the vehicle
H. Disregard the red light and siren
33. Even dangerous drugs have trade names. Which of the following is NOT use as
trade name of the sedative-hypnotic drug benzodiazepine which is used as a long
acting sleeping pill which peaks at 1-2 hours ingestion and falls after 16-35
hours?
C. Valium C. Rohypnol
D. Xanax D. Barbiturates
34. Investigation revealed that the most common or prevalent method of completed
suicide in jails or prison is –
E. By means of firearm
F. By means of hanging
G. By means of drinking poisonous substance
H. By means of drowning
35. What is known as the world’s computer network in which crimes may be
committed through the use of computer or similar means?
C. International crimes C. World Web
D. Internet D. Computer system

36. One of the following is a process by which criminals seek to disguise the illicit
nature of their proceeds by introducing them into the mainstream of legitimate
commerce and finance.
C. Plunder C. Pyramiding
D. Money laundering D. Monopoly
37. What is called a money or document, such as deed or title, held by a third party
until the conditions of an agreement are met?
C. Equity C. Escheat
D. Escrow D. Estoppel
38. A name used by someone other than his or her real name. It is usually used to
reference that other name and often used to hide a person’s true legal identity.
What is being defined?
C. A.K.A. – As known as C. Alibi
D. Alias D. Anonymous
39. In criminal investigation, the golden rule is that –
E. The investigator must never touch or move items at the crime scene without
being preserved
 F. The investigator must never talk to anyone his findings as they are considered
confidential
G. The investigator should follow protocol in collecting evidence
H. The investigator must know the concept of chain of custody
40. What is the proof that one is given permission by the Land Transportation Office
(LTO) to operate a vehicle on public highways?
C. Driver’s ID C. Franchise
D. Driver’s License D Operator’s license
41. In questioning a witness, an ideal type of written statement is:
E. Narrative type because it is easier and will be short
F. Question and answer because it provides details of acts
G. Combination of the two
H. Your convenient type
22. Papaver Somniferum is a mother drugs of other narcotics substance known as –
A. Magic Mushroom C. Cannabis Sativa
B. Cocaine D. Opium Poppy
23. Confession made by the accused without counsel to assist because he did not
request for one is not admissible in evidence is founded in which famous U.S. case?
A. Crooker vs. California C. Miranda vs. State of Arizona
C. Willis vs. state of Texas D. Escobido vs. Illinois
24. Referred to as “uppers”. This group of drugs increase alertness and or alertness.
A. Stimulants C. Amphetamine
B. Caffeine D. Cocaine
25. The Golden Crescent which is known to be one of the biggest producer or heroin is
located in the South West Asia composed of which countries?
A. Iran, Persia, India and Pakistan
B. Afghanistan, Iran, India and Pakistan
C. Pakistan, Afghanistan, Persia and Iraq
D. Iraq, Iran, Lebanon and Turkey
26. Which of the following is NOT one of the elements of infanticide?
A. Child was killed
B. The deceased child was less than three days of age
C. The offender is not a parent of a child
D. The accused killed the said child
27. Which of the following that organized crime and terrorism differ?
A. Its membership C. Its leadership
B. Its motivation D. Its networking
28. Under Republic Act 8353, the crime of rape can be categorized into, by sexual
intercourse and by sexual assault. Which of the following is a case of rape by sexual
assault?
A. A man who ravished a child below 12 years old
B. A man who inserted his finger inside the woman’s anus
C. A woman who forced a man to have carnal with her
D. A man who copulated with a woman who is sleeping or drunk
29. Methylenedioxymethamphetamine or MDMA is commonly known as_____:
A. Shabu C. Cocaine
B. Opium D. Ecstasy
30. This method of search maybe applicable to a crime scene which is approximately
circular or oval. The searchers gather at the center and proceed outward along radius
or spokes.
C. Wheel Method C. Zone Method
D. Spiral Method D. Strip Method
31. According to the PDEA report, there are three major drugs of abuse dominating the
Philippines.The ranking are as follows –
A. shabu,marijuana, ecstasy C. Marijuana, shabu, LSD
B. shabu, Ketamine, LSD D. Ephedrine, Cannabis, MDMA
32. Acronym IRONIC in interviewing witness stands for _____.
A. Identity, Rapport, Opening Statement, Narration, Inquiry and Conclusion.
B. Inquiry, Respect, Opening Statement, Novelty, Identify and Continuance.
C. Identify, Respect, Omnipotence, Narration, Inquiry and Conclusion.
D. Identification, Reporting, Organizing, Negotiation, Investigation, Consideration

33. A case wherein the violation of law or ordinances has just been unearthed or
discovered and the suspect and witness are still emotionally affected, upset, or shocked
is known as –
A. Hot case C. Warm case
B. Cold case D. Freezing case
34. The Philippine’s policy making and strategy formulating body in the planning and
formulation of policies and programs on drug prevention and control is –
A. National Police Commission
B. Department of Interior and Local Government
C. Dangerous Drug Board
D. Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency
35. Persons arrested, detained or under custodial investigation are provided by Republic
Act 7438 with certain rights under the Miranda Doctrine. These rights however can be
waived in writing in the presence of competent and independent counsel of his choice.
Which are these rights?
1. Right to remain silent
2. Right to counsel
3. Right to be visited
4. Right to be informed of those rights

A. 1 and 3 only C. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only
36. Known as the “Fire Code of the Philippines” is______.
A. Republic Act 6975 C. Republic Act 9514
B. Republic Act 9263 D. Presidential Decree 1613
37. Basically, a fire has three (3) elements. In some cases however, fire has what known
to have a 4th element known as____.
A. Fuel C. Uninhibited chemical reaction
B. Heat D. Oxygen
38. Otherwise known as the Money Laundering Act of 2001 is______.
A. Republic Act 9160 C. Republic Act 9061
B. Republic Act 3019 D. Republic Act 9165
39. Asian organized crime that represent mystical symbol of an equilateral triangle
representing the heaven, earth and man is____.
 A. Yakuza C. Triad
B. Tongs D. Born to Kill of Vietnam
40. Chief Superintendent Raffy Damulao, is rumored to be involved in human
trafficking. It is alleged that he provided a place wherein the victims of trafficking are
temporarily sheltered pending disposition. If true Damulao is guilty for____.
A. Human Trafficking C. Act that promotes trafficking
B. Qualified Trafficking D. Trafficking in Persons

41. Al Qaeda founded by the late Osama Bin Laden is an Arabic term for –
A. Student C. Carrier of the Sword
B. The Base D. God is Great
42. The methodology involving the systematic searching, handling, distribution and
accountability of all evidence found at the crime scene, including the documentation of
every article of evidence from the point of initial discovery at the scene, to its collection
and transport to the point of examination, its temporary storage and its final disposal
is referred to as___.
C. Corpus delicti C. Blotter
D. Body of the crime D. Chain of custody

43. A process by which assets, primarily cash derived from illegal activities are
manipulated in such a manner to make them look as if they were derived from legitimate
sources is –
A. Illegal Banking C. Money Laundering
B. Unlawful Financial Transaction D. Hawala
44. Which type of drug according to pharmacological classification that user’s pain is
relieved and induces him to sleep?
A. Hallucinogens C. Stimulants
B. Sedatives/Depressant D. Narcotics

45. Under Republic Act 8294 the use of unlicensed firearm in the commission of a crime
is not considered as a separate crime but shall be appreciated as a –
A. Mere alternative circumstance
B. Qualifying circumstance
C. Mere aggravating circumstance
D. Generic aggravating circumstance
46. Who among the following that serve as permanent consultant of the Dangerous Drug
Board?
A. Secretary of DILG and Secretary of Justice
B. NBI Director and PNP Director General
C. PDEA Director General and PNP, Chief
D. PNP Director and PDEA Director
47. The convention held in Palermo, Italy in 2000 provides that an organized criminal
group must have a membership of at least ______.
A. 3 or more C. 4 or more
B. 2 or more D. 5 or more
48. Marijuana plant can easily be identified by its____.
A. stalk that grows up to 12 feet
B. pungent scent when matured or fully grown.
C. branches which occur at opposite points on the stalk
D. finger-like leaves broken into leaflets whose edges are serrated in shape.

49. Drug addicts when under the influence of drugs are menace to the community
because they:
A. Are violently insane C. Flagrantly immoral
B. Ruin their life/health D. Feel no restraint in committing crimes

51. In the three-lane areas of the expressway, existing traffic rules require that the
innermost lane should always be left open. The BEST justification for this rule is
that the innermost lane is___.
E. Reserved only for light vehicles
F. Used only for emergency purposes
G. Used only for overtaking
H. Reserved only for heavy vehicles

51. What is the first action of a Police Officer upon arrival at a homicide scene?
A. Bring the dying victim in the hospital C. Witness interviewing
B. Crime scene search D. Identification of witness

54. Traffic safety education for children needs to be systematic –

A. to instill safety consciousness among the children
B. to cope up with the demands of time
C. to lessen the fatalities among children while they are young
D. to learn easier than adults

55. OPLAN TOKHANG, which literally means “Katok Hangyo” is considred practical
and realistic means of accelerating the government’s drive against illegal drugs
in the Philippines. Its main objective is –
A. to clean the Philippine society from illegal drugs
B. to eliminate illegal drugs within the first six months of President Duterte’s
term
C. to stop the use and sale of illegal drugs during the term of President Duterte
D. to eliminate persons responsible in the proliferation of shabu

54. Once the crime scene has been thoroughly documented and locations of evidence
was noted, the collection process begins and will usually starts with___.
A. point of exit C. fragile evidence
B. large objects D. removal of cadaver

55. You are a police officer who responded in a shooting incident. Upon arrival at the
scene, the suspect flee while shooting at you. What actions would you take?
A. Attend to the injured victim C. Shoot back at the suspect
B. Save life D. Call a back up
56. Through this tool of criminal investigation tangible things can be used to detect
crimes, identify the criminals, facilitate, and assist the investigator in its task in
achieving the objectives of criminal investigation. This refers to which Three I’s of
criminal investigation?
A. Information C. Instrumentation
B. Criminalistics D. Interview/Interrogation

57. You are lawman, investigating a suspected rape-slaying case which was allegedly
witnessed by a certain person who volunteered to identify and testify against the
perpetrator. Factors that you should consider in determining the accuracy of
identifying the suspect are:
1. His ability to observe and remember the distinct appearance of the suspect
2. The prevailing conditions of visibility and observation when the crime was
committed
3. His state of mind when he witnessed the commission of the crime
4. The lapse of time between the criminal event and when identification was made
A. 1, 2 and 3 C. 1, 2 and 4
B. 1, 2, 3 and 4 D. 1, 3 and 4

58. In OPLAN TOKHANG, when does visitation of the reported drug personality is
conducted?
A. After receiving a report
B. Upon validation of collected information
C. Upon complaint by the Barangay officials
D. Upon proper documentation and verification of all possible sources of
information

59. Covert observation of a person, place, or things by human or technical means to

acquire information is called_______.
A. Surveillance C. Mobile
B. Stationary surveillance D. Technical

60. An accident which is accompanied by an unidentified road user who flees

immediately thereafter.
A. Hit and Run cases C. Motor vehicle non-traffic accident
B. Motor vehicle traffic accident D. Non motor vehicle none traffic
accident

61. Sometimes called “roping”. An investigation technique whereby the operative

conceals his true identity and adopts an assumed role to obtain information or
accomplish a specific mission.
A. Undercover assignment C. Work assignment and social
assignment
B. Dwelling assignment D. Personal contact assignment

62. In searching for physical evidence at the crime scene, the following types of search
could be used depending upon locale, number of personnel available, type of object
sought and speed desired, EXCEPT:
 A. Strip and double strip or grid search C. Rectangular and circular
search
B. Zone search D. Spiral and wheel search

63. In interviewing a witness, question-and-answer type is preferable written

statement because it is –
A. easier to profound questions and answer will be brief and concise
B. easier to develop or prove the essential elements of an offense
C. objective and reflects of what he actually perceived
D. convenient

64. Republic Act No. 7438 defines immediate members of the family are as follows,
except:
A. Spouse, fiancé/fiancée, parents, child, brother or sister
B. Grandparents, grandson/daughter, great granddaughter/grandson
C. Uncle, aunt, guardian, ward
D. Relatives, intimate friends and best friends

65. Homicide investigation’ s “Golden Rule” is/are?

i. Never touch, alter and change the position of anything until identified,
measured and photographed
ii. Every contact leaves a trace
iii. When a body or article has been move it can never be restored to its original
position
C. I C. i and iii
D. i and ii D. i, ii and iii

66. Seeing, feeling or hearing and understanding of an unusual or unexpected condition

indicative of a sign that the accident might takes place.
A. perception of hazards C. starts of evasive action
B. initial contact D. maximum engagement

67. What is the general rule for the movement of vehicular traffic in the Philippines?
A. “keep to the left” C. none of these
B. “keep to the right” D. “watch out”

68. The interview of a witness can be described by the acronym IRONIC, which stands
for:
A. Inquiry, Recognition, Organization, Novelty, Identity, Continuity
B. Identity, Rapport, Omnipresent, Narration, Inquiry, Conclusion
C. Identity, Recognition, Opening statement, Narration, Inquiry, Conclusion
D. Identity, Rapport, Opening statement, Narration, Inquiry, Conclusion

69. Physical evidence are contaminated, altered of shape, damaged or lost because of
–
C. improper packaging and non-maintenance of chain of custody
D. corruption of investigator
 C. carelessness of the evidence custodian
D. incompetence and ineptness of the SOCO personnel

70. Under Republic Act 7438, when does the police’ custody of suspect to a crime
commence, hence the latter is entitled to be informed of his rights under the Miranda
doctrine which cannot be waived?
A. At the time of custodial investigation
B. During the announcement that he is under arrest
C. During the actual questioning
D. At the moment that he is invited for questioning

71. Criminal investigative activities virtually deals with:

A. recognition and collection of facts which may be sensory, documentary and
physical forms
B. preservation and evaluation of information gathered from the regular,
cultivated and grapevine sources
C. persons and things
D. searching and arresting criminals

73. Criminality of an organized crime group is directed by –

A. the pursuit of profit along well-defined lines
B. violence, when the interests of the organization are threatened
C. the boss
D. the pursuit of eliminating competitors

73. A person found guilty of use of dangerous drugs for the first time shall be
punished with:
A. Imprisonment of 6 yrs and one day to 12 years
B. Rehabilitation of a minimum period of 6 months
C. Rehabilitation for 6 months to 18 months
D. Imprisonment of at least 6 months

74. Considered to be one of the prime suppliers of Heroin in Asia is the so called Golden
Triangle where 80% of illicit drugs of the world originate. This lies on the borders of:
A. Thailand –Laos –Burma C. Iran –Afghanistan – Pakistan
B. Thailand – Laos- Myanmar D. Peru- Columbia- Bolivia

75. He is a sort of midlevel manager who serves as a buffer between the lowest-level
members and the upper-level members of the crime family.
A. The Consigliere C. The Capos
B. The Underboss D. Soldiers

76. Considered to be the beginning of any homicide investigation is the process of –

A. establishing the accurate cause of death
B. determining who is responsible for the death
C. determining how the victim was killed
 D. determining when the victim was killed

77. Before the dead body is removed from the crime scene, the investigator must be sure that
the following had already been performed.
1. Crime scene search, sketch and photograph taken.
2. Possible witnesses are identified, leads taken into considerations and relative position
of the body was determined.
3. Notes are properly taken cared, evidence are identified, collected and preserved.
4. Close coordination between the medico-legal officer, the prosecutor and the homicide
investigator was established.
A. 1 and 4 C. 2 and 3
B. 1, 2 and 3 D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

78. Which of the following that manifests the presence of livor mortis?
A. Discoloration of the dead body C. Cooling of the dead body
B. Hardening of the muscles D. Rising of the cadaver

79. What is the primary aim of driver instruction programs?

A. To teach the rudiments of driving
B. To instill awareness of one’s legal and moral responsibilities in traffic
C. To teach the abilities required for one to be eligible for a driving license
D. To help the learners know the basic of traffic rules and regulations

80. You are a police officer who wants to determine whether a driver is authorized to
drive. What is the evidence that you will ask him to show to prove that he is allowed
by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to operate a vehicle on public highways?
A. driver’s ID C. driver’s license
B. franchise D. operator’s license

81. The first action taken by a traffic unit to escape from collision course or otherwise
avoid hazard.
A. Start of evasive action C. Point of no escape
B. Point of possible perception D. Final position

82. Which of the following body system coincide the stopping of a mental organ
function of a person to medically “dead”?
A. cardiac C. central nervous
B. respiratory D. digestive

83. Presidential Decree No. 1612 is the law that define and punishes the crime of –
A. highway robbery C. carnapping
B. cattle rustling D. fencing

84. The notion, which declares that human behavior tends to repeat itself, can serve as
basis of the investigator in determining –
A. criminal behavior C. nature of the crime
B. modus operandi D. criminal intent
85. What is the first act that a police officer must do upon his arrival at the scene of
the crime?
A. Secure the crime scene C. Interview of witness
B. Taking a picture D. Attend to emergency

86. Any person who killed his father, mother or child, whether legitimate or illegitimate,
or any of his ascendants, or his spouse, is guilty of what crime?
A. Homicide C. Parricide
B. Murder D. Any of the choices

87. Under RA 8294 the use of unlicensed firearm in the commission of a crime is not
considered as a separate crime but shall be appreciated as a-
A. mere alternative circumstance C. qualifying circumstance
B. mere aggravating circumstance D. generic aggravating
circumstance

88. You are the first responder in the crime scene. How will you protect an outdoor
crime scene?
A. Establish a command center C. Lock the door of the crime
scene
B. Barricade and guard the crime scene D. Wait for the arrival of the
SOCO

89. Republic Act 9851 is a law that punish –

A. crimes against international humanitarian law, genocide, and other crimes
against humanity
B. crime of human trafficking
C. systematic arms and weapon smuggling
D. act of financing terrorist activities and for other purposes related to terrorism

90. Called “ Exclusionary Rules on Evidence” whereby evidence obtained in violation of

any of this is inadmissible, EXCEPT:
A. Rights against unreasonable search and seizures
B. Right to privacy and communication and correspondence
C. In-custodial investigation rights and right against self-incrimination
D. Right to counsel

91. Method of search where the operatives follow each other in the path of a circle
that commence from the outside, approaching towards the center.
A. Spiral C. Strip
B. Wheel D. Grid

92. The Mafioso connotes:

1. Pride, self confidence, and vainglorious behavior
2. Brave and self reliant
3. Man of honor or man of respect
4. Man of action, and one not to be taken lightly
 A. 1, 2 and 3 C. 1 and 3
B. 1, 2 and 4 D. 2 and 4

93. Legally, when does death considered to have occurred?

1. Respiratory system is no longer performing within the body
2. Cardiac activity is no longer performing within the body
3. Central nervous system activity is no longer performing within the body
A. 1 C. 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 D. 1, 2 and 3

94. In order to introduce physical evidence in trial, three important factors may be
considered, EXCEPT:
A. The article must be properly identified
B. Continuity or chain of custody
C. Legality of the procurement
D. Competency must be proved, that the evidence is material and relevant

95. The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is under the___________, and part of traffic –
A. DILG-engineering C. DPWH-engineering
B. DOTC-enforcement D. DEPED-traffic education

96. Which of the following is the correct chronology of interviewing a witness or a

suspect?
1. Opening Statement 4. Rapport
2. Identity 5. Narration
3. Inquiry 6. Conclusion
A. 1, 3, 5, 2, 6 and 4 C. 2, 1, 4, 3, 5 and 6
B. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 D. 2, 4, 1, 4, 3 and 6

97. When there is a slightest reason to suspect that a dead body has been poisoned –
A. it should be subjected to autopsy
B. the organs should be removed before embalming
C. secure authorization from the dead body’s family for appropriate disposition
D. make sure that enough samples are procured

98. Transient loss of consciousness with temporary cessation of the vital functions of
the body is known as –
A. death C. coma
B. state of suspended animation D. rigor mortis

99. Physical evidence must be protected from accidental, intentional and even from
natural alterations to –
A. maintain its legal integrity
B. maintain its physical integrity
C. present it in court in the same substantial condition as it is at the time the
offense was committed
D. avoid casting doubts as to its authenticity
100. A wound resulting from instinctive reaction of self protection is what special type
of wound?
A. defense C. self inflicted wound
B. offensive D. patterned

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