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PSYC 645 Quiz 6 Externalizing Disorders https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/psyc-645-quiz-6-externalizing-disorders/ PSYC 645 Quiz 6: Externalizing Disorders 1. Izzy is describing her research regarding social status of young children measured by peer nomination. Her research is likely to involve all of the following categories EXCEPT: 2. Which of the following factors related to prosocial behavior and definitions are INCORRECTLY matched? 3. Researchers who study oppositionality in children have found that three salient dimensions differ in terms of 4. Many school shooters have spent months developing their violent plans. Which type of aggression does this best represent? 5. Nelson tells his psychology class that parents who are discipline inconsistently, engage in explosive discipline, provide little supervision, and are inflexible in rules and consequences. Dr. Nelson is likely lecturing on which of these models of ODD? 6. Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding physical and nonphysical aggression in boys and girls? 7. Vanessa is a 15-year-old whose mother enjoys shopping with her as well as sharing in the latest gossip about Vanessa’s friends. She allows Vanessa to come home when she wishes and has little expectations in terms of chores or homework. Their relationship could be an example of which type of the following? 8. Children whose parents address their escalating oppositional behaviors with increasingly punitive responses are more likely over time to engage in problem behaviors in school and other settings. This is one of the tenets of which model? 9. It can be assumed from the discussion on interventions for children with ODD or CD that in order to be effective, interventions should include which of the following? 10. Pedro has been diagnosed with Oppositional Deant Disorder (ODD). Based on this diagnosis, he is likely to display all of the following behavioral difficulties EXCEPT: 11. The developmental cascade model would support all of the following statements regarding the development of externalizing behavior problems and aggression EXCEPT: 12. Proponents of the coercion model would agree with which of the following statements regarding how and why maladaptive behaviors continue over time in children with oppositional deant disorder? 13. Children who encourage each other to act in socially deviant ways have likely been encouraged to do so by which of the following processes? 14. Vance is lecturing on substance use in adolescents and proposes that nicotine use in young adolescents leads to marijuana use. He is most likely describing which hypothesis of drug use? 15. Greg started smoking when he was 17 years old and now at 40 finds that he can’t get through a day without a cigarette without feeling shaky. Greg is most likely _________ to cigarettes. 16. Which of the following Intervention for Substance-Related Disorders has been shown to be most effective in treating adolescents with substance abuse disorders? 17. An adolescent who is in the prodrome period of a psychotic disorder could be experiencing impairment in which of the following domains? 18. John enjoys skiing black diamond and rock climbing, while his brother Jack enjoys driving his car well over the speed limit and experimenting with different types of drugs. Both boys are engaging in _________ behaviors, but John’s activities would not be considered 19. When Tanika first injected herself with heroin, she experienced a rush of euphoria. This was likely related to an increase in which neurotransmitter? 20. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding marijuana use in adolescents? 21. A thorough medical examination should be conducted before, after, and during withdrawal from a substance because of:


22. The authors of the text would most likely agree with which statement related to risk-taking in adolescents? 23. The DSM-5 includes all of the following as a personality disorder with the exception of which of the following? 24. Paul began drinking when he was 13-years-old and now as at age 60 continues to drink heavily on a daily basis. Paul would be classified as which type of drinker? 25. The progression from experimentation to addiction to a particular substance is influenced by all of the following factors EXCEPT:


PSYC 645 Quiz Trauma and Stressor https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/psyc-645-quiz-trauma-and-stressor/ PSYC 645 Quiz: Trauma and Stressor Related Disorder 1. The most effective intervention for victims of mass trauma includes all of the following EXCEPT promotion of: 2. Recurrent, involuntary memories of the trauma; recurrent, distressing dreams related to the trauma; flashbacks; and physiological or psychological distress in response to reminders of the trauma are examples of the _______________ symptoms of PTSD. 3. One of the reasons it is difficult to study the developmental course of maltreatment is that: 4. The negative physiological consequences on the body and brain that accumulate as a result of the heightened neural and neuroendocrine responses that occur when a person is exposed to chronic stress is known as 5. Which of the following type of stress responses is the result of prolonged exposure to stress resulting in permanent changes in brain structure and brain? 6. Alejandra is dreading her psychology final but is preparing for it by studying sections well ahead of finals week. This is known as _____ regulation. 7. According to the Module 5 presentation, Sweeney (2002) identifies 5 key elements of effective play therapy for treating children who have experiences maltreatment or trauma. Which of the following is NOT one of those key elements? 8. Which of the following is an element of trauma that affects the potential impact on a child’s adjustment to trauma? 9. The most accurate definition of sexual abuse is which of the following? 10. Researchers have found that children may be most vulnerable to the effects of trauma at times when their brains are undergoing critical periods of formation and development. This finding is most consistent with which domain of development? 11. The most commonly diagnosed disorder associated with maltreatment is: 12. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is more likely to occur if a child experiences all of the following EXCEPT: 13. Katherine was attending school five blocks away from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Since that time, she continues to have disturbing nightmares about planes, avoids going close to tall buildings, and talks a lot about the scary things happening in her life. Katherine may be suffering from: 14. The authors of this text would likely agree with which of the following statements regarding the role of stress in an individual’s life? 15. Ten-year-old Oliver and his family lost their home and possessions in a flood that also affected the majority of the families in their community. This is known as the _____ effect. 16. Which of the following factors has been shown to be the most important in recovery from exposure to trauma? 17. Which of the following is the primary coping strategy used during the preschool period of development? 18. Which of the following treatments has received the most support in clinical outcomes research and is the first-line intervention for PTSD? 19. Which trauma- and stressor-related disorder involves emotional and/or behavioral symptoms in response to a stressor, occurring within 3 months of the stressor, that cause distress and/or impairment in functioning? 20. Sometimes after a trauma, people experience positive changes like a new appreciation for life, a deeper spiritual commitment, and better relationships with others. This type of response to trauma is known as 21. According to the inoculation hypothesis of childhood adversity… 22. An adolescent is often unlikely to report maltreatment because of:


23. When David was 7 years old, he lost his home to a re. Despite the trauma that he experienced, David adapted well to the situation and did not develop and clinically significant symptoms of a trauma- or stressor-related disorder. David’s case best demonstrates the _____________ developmental pathway of PTSD. 24. When confronted with her abusive stepfather’s angry words, young Annabelle retreats to her fantasy world where she is happy and safe. This behavior would be in which family of coping strategies? 25. Which of the following parents would most at risk for maltreating their child?


EDUC 782 Student Affairs Issue Project https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/educ-782-student-affairs-issue-project/ EDUC 782 Student Affairs Issue Project Article Critique Based on the research question/topic, the candidate will use the Jerry Falwell Library to locate and review a qualitative or quantitative journal article that is scholarly, empirical (research-based), peerreviewed, and current (written within the past 5 years). The article must clearly relate to the research question/topic that will be used for the Student Affair Issues Paper. The candidate will compose a critique of the chosen article in a well-written, current APA formatted paper (1,000–1,250 words). Rough Draft The candidate will write a 1,500–1,750-word rough draft using the requirements of the final paper as a guide. The candidate will use the research question and article critique as a basis for the rough draft of the final paper. The paper will be submitted to SafeAssign to enable the candidate to ensure all references are properly cited. Research Paper The candidate will write a 1,500–1,750-word current APA-formatted final paper. The content of the paper must build upon the research question/topic, critique, and rough draft. The paper must include a minimum of 6 scholarly sources, 3 of which must be current (within the past 5 years), empirical, and peer-reviewed journal articles. The candidate must synthesize all research into a well-blended paper that clearly addresses the research question/topic, provides insight into best practices/strategies to address the issue, or improve the issue, with the intent of improving the overall Department of Student Affairs.


EDUC 782 Historical Review Paper https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/educ-782-historical-review-paper/ EDUC 782 Historical Review Project Outline The candidate will choose one of the early American colleges that are still in existence today and write a narrow research question/topic that will allow him or her to investigate a particular theme, era, person, or organizational unit pertaining to its history. In addition to the research question/topic, the candidate will submit a detailed outline. Research Paper The candidate will choose one of the early American colleges that are still in existence today and write a 1,500–1750-word paper to address the chosen research question/topic. The candidate must use at least 1 primary source and 1 secondary source, with the focus on the researched primary source (historical information coming from the institution).


PSYC 645 Quiz Social Cognition https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/psyc-645-quiz-social-cognition/ PSYC 645 Quiz: Disorders of Social Cognition and Executive Functioning 1. Smith is investigating the link between a specific neuron and a child with ASD’s deficits in imitating others. What is the name of this neuron? 2. Temple is a 15-year-old high school student who is in advanced placement classes and has been diagnosed with ASD. If she is like other high- functioning adolescents with ASD she is most likely to also be diagnosed with which of the following disorders? 3. Children with ASD often show deficits in planning, memory, impulse control, and an ability to control their attention. This is related to which of the following? 4. Which of the following have been identified as early precursors of autism spectrum disorder? 5. Researchers have found that toddlers diagnosed with ASD show a “striking imbalance” in their lack of engagement with people and enhanced engagement with 6. The observation that children diagnosed with ASD appear obsessed with how things work rather than how people work is an example of what two concepts? 7. Autism spectrum disorder used to include all of the following EXCEPT: 8. Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding parental input regarding a possible diagnosis of ASD? 9. Which of the following statements is true regarding the developmental trajectory of autism spectrum disorder? 10. Nine-month-old Andrew looks intently at his older brother as he talks to him. In response he coos and babbles, as if having a conversation with his brother. Andrew is demonstrating an important social learning task that exemplies 11. Five-year-old Bethany enters to the room and promptly sits on the school psychologist’s lap without acknowledging her. This is an example of Bethany’s ability to differentiate what is social and nonsocial and is known as 12. According to the authors of this text, children with ASD are often most impaired by which aspect of this disorder? 13. Rene and Michele’s young son has just been diagnosed with ASD. What would be the best source of intervention information for them to consider? 14. Children diagnosed with ADHD are more likely to show dysfunctions in which neurotransmitter/s? 15. Although Angel plans on going to college when he graduates next year he has difficulty attending classes on a regular basis, choosing instead to hang out with his friends at the mall. Angel may be having difficulty with 16. Which of the following statement is most accurate regarding the relationship between ADHD and family and environmental factors? 17. According to researchers the highest risk for the development of associated disorders occurs during which period of childhood? 18. Samuelson specializes in research related to ADHD. Based on the most common deficits found in ADHD, his research might focus on all of the following EXCEPT: 19. Jensen is consulting research on ADHD that would help her decide the best course of action for her young patients. One example of longitudinal research that investigated various types of interventions is the: 20. When parents set limits on a young child’s television viewing they are shaping a child’s executive functioning through which of these? 21. The authors of the text would most likely endorse which of the following statements regarding the validity of the diagnosis of ADHD in children? 22. Which of the following factors related to the etiology of ADHD and child factors are INCORRECTLY matched?


23. The authors of the text would assert that differential diagnoses are important for which of the following reasons? 24. All of the following are considered psychosocial interventions for the treatment of ADHD EXCEPT: 25. Lyle was diagnosed with ADHD when he was four years old and received consistent and effective treatment including medication. According to longitudinal studies Lyle is less likely to experience which of these outcomes as an adolescent?


PSYC 645 Quiz 3 Disorders of Learning https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/psyc-645-quiz-3-disorders-of-learning/ PSYC 645 Quiz 3: Disorders of Learning and Intellectual Functioning 1. Which of the following infants is most at-risk of developing a feeding disorder ? 2. Which of the following sleep-wake disorders is most likely to remain stable over time? 3. Which of the following statement is INCORRECT regarding the developmental course of sleepwake cycle in early childhood? 4. The Lipperts have adopted an infant who is at risk for Reactive Attachment Disorder. Based on the supports they are able to provide in their home which area of development is likely to show improvement first? 5. Research has identified a link between young children who are uninhibited and less reactive to what types of childhood disorders? 6. An infant who is timid and shy may be at risk for developing an anxiety disorder. Timidity and shyness are considered which type of risk factor? 7. Who of the following is more likely to have a co-current sleep-wake disorder ? 8. Ellen’s parents noticed that even as a young infant she was alert, active and engaged in her environment. The characteristics they noticed could be related to Ellen’s 9. Which of the following is an attachment disorder described in the DSM-5 ? 10. Based on one of the primary developmental tasks of infancy, most early psychopathological disorders manifest themselves in what aspect of an infant’s development? 11. During the Christmas festivities, baby Ellen becomes fussy around her parents and cries loudly when passed to unfamiliar family members. This is an example of Ellen’s: 12. One of the reasons it is dicult to accurately diagnosis clinical syndromes in very young infants is related to which of the following factors? 13. According to researchers which of the following is essential in making a diagnosis of an attachment disorder in infancy? 14. Which of the following intellectual developmental disorders is caused by a microdeletion? 15. Alex is a 9-year-old who has recently been diagnosed with a specific learning disorder in reading. Which of the following statements is most likely true about Alex? 16. The plans that are developed for students who qualify for special education services are known as: 17. According to Siegler, poverty has a negative impact on intellectual development through all EXCEPT which of the following mechanisms? 18. Which of the following statements best summarizes the Gottfredson’s (1997) premise related to intelligence? Intelligence is primarily reflected in an individuals’ ability to 19. Schwiesow, a school psychologist, is trained to evaluate young children who may have intellectual developmental disorders. Her standard assessments most likely include all EXCEPT which of the following? 20. Angela is particularly good at learning new mathematical concepts while her mother excels at applying organizational skills to her career as a CEO. Angela is demonstrating the concept of _______ intelligence while her mother is demonstrating the concept of 21. It can be inferred from the discussion on intervention in the text that the most effective protocol for treating children with intellectual developmental disorders is: 22. Jordan’s research focuses on how social communication changes from early childhood to adolescence in children diagnosed with Down syndrome. Her research addresses which of the key issues related to intelligence. 23. The statement that “genes that influence the development of LDs are generalists” indicates the concept that: 24. Another name used to describe individuals with mild forms of intellectual disability is _____ intellectual developmental disorder.


25. Joshua is a 14-year-old child with Down syndrome. If he is like other children with this syndrome, he is likely to follow which course of development?


PSYC 645 Quiz 2 Research Techniques https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/psyc-645-quiz-2-research-techniques/ PSYC 645 Quiz 2: Research Techniques and Clinical Practices 1. The types of adaptational failures that may lead to psychopathology include which of the following? 2. The belief that a particular mental illness develops slowly, over time is consistent with the concept of 3. The concept of developmental pathways is useful in understanding developmental psychopathology because it: 4. Which of the following statement is most accurate regarding competencies and incompetency’s in children? 5. Categories of risk factors include all except which of the following? 6. Peter’s parents recognized early in his life that he was musically gifted, so they took him to concerts, provided music lessons, and bought him a viola. This is an example of a/n: 7. The concept that developmental pathways can be altered, either by changing direction permanently or slowing down a positive trajectory, is known as a/n 8. A child who becomes a competent adult despite the fact he grew up in an abusive, alcoholic family may have had the ability to positively adapt to his environment. This is known as: 9. Andersen wants to study the development of depression based on age and gender. If he wants his results to be available for a presentation next year, he should use which type of research approach? 10. Pedro has learned that he can lose himself in a good book, which helps him escape his abusive father. Researchers refer to this as: 11. Smith is telling his psychology students that a child’s adjustment and maladjustment develops and can be tracked across time. He is most likely lecturing on the concept of: 12. Research has shown that children who are maltreated are more likely to suffer long-term consequences if they also had certain genetic variations. This is an example of which of the following? 13. Categories of risk factors include all except which of the following? 14. A therapist who attempts to understand the degree to which a particular behavior exists within a child rather than the kind of behavior would be utilizing which type of classification system? 15. Kelly is gathering information on her latest client by talking with the child’s parents, teachers, and the child. She is most likely engaging in which aspect of assessment? 16. A social worker wants to know if video self-modeling will improve the social skills displayed by the students with autism in her school. Which type of research would help her best address this question? 17. Samuelson diagnosed Ruth with intellectual developmental disability when she was five years old and confirmed that same diagnosis when she was 12. This is an example of which type of reliability? 18. All of the children at Hoover Elementary participate in a weekly social skills lesson conducted by the school psychologist. This would most likely be which type of intervention? 19. All of the following are key assumptions of the medical model of psychopathology except that disorders are: 20. Austin, a 19-year-old student who has cerebral palsy, is being evaluated by the school psychologist to help in determining his current educational needs. As a child with a disability, Austin’s educational rights are protected under which of the following? 21. Nielsen evaluated Kris when he was 2-years-old and Dr. Perry evaluated him when he was 8. Both diagnosed him with an intellectual disability and ADHD. This is known as which type of reliability?


22. Which of the following statements is most true regarding the effects of labeling a child with a psychiatric disorder? 23. All of the following are types of interventions that focus of preventative measures except: 24. Classification refers to which of the following ? 25. Thomas and Tony are both 7-year-olds who have been diagnosed with autism. Thomas enjoys talking obsessively about his favorite Disney movies, while Tony has only 10 recognizable words in his expressive vocabulary. This is an example of which classification concern?


PSYC 645 Quiz 1 Introduction https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/psyc-645-quiz-1-introduction/ PSYC 645 Quiz 1: Introduction to Developmental Psychopathology 1. Children in Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe are less likely to have access to quality mental health services. These countries may be classified as: 2. The major difference between psychopathology and developmental psychopathology is the: 3. Uyenco wants to know how many new cases of autism are diagnosed each year in her particular state. Which type of data should she access? 4. According to Mukolo, Heinger, and Wallston (2010) the stigma of mental illness includes all EXCEPT which of the following? 5. Schwiesow, a school psychologist, is interested in understanding whether the student she is evaluating displays off- task behaviors that are much higher than that of same-aged peers. She is likely to be considering psychopathology from which perspective? 6. Jones tells her psychology class that it is dicult to determine one true definition of psychopathology. Which of the following statements would best support her assertion regarding developmental psychopathology? 7. A child’s behaviors might be considered typical or adaptive in one situation but not in another because these behaviors may: 8. Tolan and Dodge (2005) assert that “the current state of affairs not only fails to take responsibility for the health and welfare of children, it also fails to recognize the costs and waster in economic and human potential.” Which of the following aspects of allocation of resources would these authors most likely promote? 9. The authors of this text assert that psychopathology is best understood in relationship to: 10. At age 6, Allison’s temper tantrums are more frequent and intense than her same-aged peers. Allison’s behavior may be considered pathological based on which of these criteria? 11. Sameroff (1993) stated that “all life is characterized by disturbance that is overcome, and that only through disturbance can we advance and grow.” How does this statement further the understanding of developmental psychopathology? 12. Which of the following statements most accurately represents the orientation of most contemporary developmental psychopathology theorists and researchers? 13. A researcher who is seeking to understanding the role of genetics in the development of childhood schizophrenia might be in the eld of: 14. Lisa’s therapist is working with her to help determine at which point in development she became “stuck” in a maladaptive pattern of behaviors. Lisa’s therapist most likely is following which model of psychopathology? 15. A ________ psychologist would believe that maladaptive patterns of behavior have been learned through reinforcement of those behaviors. 16. Anna’s teacher is baffled as to why she continually acts out during math class. When she acts out she is sent to the school psychologist who allows her to play with one of the “fidget toys” in her office. The acting out behavior is increasing. From a behavioral perspective what can be said about the role of the school psychologist in Anna’s behavior? 17. Which of the following model would endorse the belief that psychopathology exists on a continuum of typical and atypical behaviors, thoughts and feelings? 18. When studying different types of families, researchers might consider all EXCEPT which of the following characteristics? 19. The study of human connectome that explains how different regions of the brain work together are focused on which type of connectivity? 20. The fact that a young child who experiences brain trauma as a young child is more likely to recover language skills than an older adult who experiences the same type of brain trauma may be due to:


21. The group of school children who were in New York City during the September 11th attacks on the Trade Center might be considered a ________ because of this shared experience. 22. Jean and Jane are identical twins who live in the same household and are in two different second grade classrooms. When looking at variations in Jean and Jane’s development researchers might consider the influence of their family, known as their ___________ environment and their classrooms which is known as their _____________ environment. 23. The authors of this text present the “big theories” of developmental psychopathology. What is the best definition of “big theories”? 24. Leak tells her psychology students that the hallucinations experienced by her young patient came on suddenly and could not have been predicted by previous behaviors. Her belief about her patient’s illness is most consistent with the _________ model of psychopathology. 25. Which model of psychopathology considers the role of culture in the development of maladaptive behaviors?


CHPL 500 Chaplain Interview https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/chpl-500-chaplain-interview/ CHPL 500 Chaplain Interview Assignment The student will write a 5-page report following a chaplain interview. Students will interview a chaplain currently serving in the particular chaplain discipline chosen following Research Paper Part 2. The paper must be accomplished in Turabian footnote citation style.


CHPL 500 Book Review https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/chpl-500-book-review/ CHPL 500 Book Review: The Chaplain’s Role: How Clergy Can Work with Law Enforcement Students will write a 5-page critical evaluation of one of the options under Required Resources (the texts marked with an asterisk), consisting of a summary and critique. The summary must focus on the main ideas and significant themes in the book, as well as an account of the author’s overall purpose in writing. The critique section must contain a well-thought-out critical interaction with the author’s thesis and the main points of the argument he presents in the book. The critique must present the strengths and weaknesses as well as an overall evaluation of the book. The paper must be accomplished in Turabian footnote citation style.


CHPL 500 Chaplaincy Types https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/chpl-500-chaplaincy-types/ CHPL 500 Chaplaincy Types Assignment The student will write a 5-page paper explaining the various types of chaplain ministry. This assignment is designed to prepare the student to select one particular chaplaincy discipline on which to focus for the remainder of the research paper. The paper must be accomplished in Turabian footnote citation style.


CHPL 500 SWOT Assignment https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/chpl-500-swot-assignment/ CHPL 500 Chaplaincy Strengths Weakness Opportunities Threats SWOT Assignment The student will write an 8-10-page research paper. The paper will analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing the chaplaincy discipline chosen. Information gleaned in the previous 4 papers will be utilized in writing and must be properly annotated in footnotes. The paper must be accomplished in Turabian footnote citation style.


CJUS 300 Quiz Cumulative https://www.homeworksimple.com/downloads/cjus-300-quiz-cumulative/ CJUS 300 Quiz: Cumulative Module 1: Week 1 — Module 8: Week 8 1. Increased police teamwork, innovation, and interest are three unintended benets of COMPSTAT. 2. According to Freakonomics, tougher gun control laws did not contribute to the drop in crime in the early 1990s. 3. The SARA problem-solving model supports a management by objectives program. 4. Top-down management depends on an agile organization for mission fulfillment. 5. Experience has shown that as people’s knowledge of the police function increases, their respect for the police function decreases. 6. Pro-steering refers to an accountability system for moving projects to completion. 7. Most police agencies are driven by performance measures that capture only a part of the value they are contributing to their community. 8. Organizations are social units that have been deliberately constructed to seek specific goals. 9. The main distinguishing characteristic from one organization to another is its use of “control.” 10. Stretch cannot occur in a team environment where everyone is totally committed to a rigid set of core values. 11. Community policing addresses the significant concerns of the community as well as the serious crime problems identified by police. 12. Police managers tend to request more staff because of a magical thousand-per-officer standard. 13. Oversight by city councils, courts, and the media is one of the four types of yardsticks used to measure police performance values. 14. COP and POP target crime control but add a strong commitment to order, maintenance, and prevention by analysis. 15. According to management by objectives (MBO), feedback is a greater motivator of employees than is empowerment. 16. A successful MBO program is one that sparks questions as well as provides answers. 17. In COP programs, officers control crime; citizens are the catalysts. 18. The symptoms of crime are focused on in POP, while searching for root causes are avoided. 19. Exceeding the line of 150 staff in a police department can help avoid big downside problems. 20. Problem-oriented policing emphasizes the value of being able to diagnose the continuing problems underlying repeated incidents reported to the police. 21. In a bureaucratic organization, the manger is the boss and authority trickles down from there. 22. Traditional policing targets perpetrators being reformed and released back into the community. 23. In summary, COP is creating a customer experience that is valued to the point that the community endorses it. 24. The police and their community require high-quality measures of police performance to determine whether the department is achieving intended results. 25. When we disperse power, self-control is required. 26. Seeking first to understand leads people to close off options. 27. Budgets are considered static because they are inflexible. 28. Examples of environmental stressors might include a sexual disorder or grief over the loss of a loved one. 29. Trust is a moral duty. 30. The two types of proprietary funds are enterprise funds and special revenue funds. 31. One type of feedback is event-triggered. 32. According to the text, leadership and team leadership are identical.


33. The police labor movement grew out of circumstances very different from those that triggered the birth of industrial unions decades earlier. 34. “Program” and “results-oriented” budgets are the same type. 35. A committed group is at the beginning stage of feeling the need for shared goals. 36. A budget is basically an action plan. 37. Subformal communications do not supply an effective way for subordinates to speak more freely to managers. 38. Goal setting and change have little in common. 39. Normal behavioral guidelines are fuzzy in ethical dilemmas. 40. The integrity of a team leader is a foundational driving force. 41. Unless prohibited by law, officers rising through the ranks may retain association/union memberships. 42. Time is an inelastic resource. 43. “Leaking” budget information to influential citizens before presenting it to elected legislative bodies is recommended, because support for new programs can be gained. 44. According to the text, blame alone can paralyze teams into inaction. 45. Study sessions provide citizens with an opportunity to comment on priorities. 46. Strict use of formal communication channels will increase mutual trust. 47. While it is recommended for chiefs to be involved in negotiation processes, they should not be involved directly in contract negotiations. 48. Empowerment means giving away the decision. 49. What gets measured gets done. 50. Fast decisions enhance the empowerment of people. 51. A leader’s job is to mold the worker into their job role. 52. The budget process is not a political process. 53. An estimated 36 percent of the working population is not personally invested in their job. 54. The grievance procedure prohibits management and supervisory employees from discussing problems openly as they occur. 55. Which of the following is NOT a police value from COP? 56. Community-oriented policing and problem solving (COPPS) is equal to ________ plus management by objectives. 57. Whereas the twentieth century concluded with government agencies emphasizing process outputs and correcting weaknesses, the twenty- first century has opened with a push for ________, ________, and 58. Which essential POP component requires that an agency find tailor- made methods of resolving problems? 59. Levitt and Dubner in Freakonomics show that economics is a study of 60. A police department is practicing problem-oriented policing or POP when it 61. Which is NOT a component of the problem-solving model SARA? 62. Decisions about police values are best guided by ________ in consultation with 63. Which of the following is a characteristic of a bottom-up organization? 64. Which of the following is NOT a practical performance measurable for a police department? 65. Which of the following is NOT a principled value? 66. If control is ________ at the top of an organization, then power is distributed in a top-down, bureaucratic, hierarchical fashion. 67. Which of the following is NOT one of the four cornerstones of a bureaucratic organization? 68. The technology and techniques for measuring police output are relatively ________ when compared to the normative question of “What do we measure?” 69. COMPSTAT is a ________ measuring tool. 70. Which of the following is NOT a term police departments use to criticize community feelings as “evaluative findings”? 71. Which of the following is the first step of management by objectives? 72. Which of the following is characteristic of a top-down organization? 73. Which of the following is NOT one of four types of yardsticks to measure police performance?


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