Question 1 of 30 3.0 Points
Deduction is when the analyst begins with a large number of cases to determine a pattern.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 2 of 30 3.0 Points
Deduction is when the analyst has one case to which others are linked.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 3 of 30 3.0 Points
Clearing cases requires knowing the name of the suspect in one of the cases.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 4 of 30 3.0 Points
Linking cases by suspect requires knowing the name of the suspect in at least one of the cases.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 5 of 30 3.0 Points
The most effective response police can do for a residential burglary pattern is directly contact potential victims in the pattern area.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 6 of 30 3.0 Points
Crime patterns of theft from auto are found by linking the crimes by point and method of entry into the vehicle.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 7 of 30 3.0 Points
Finding a pattern based on one case is an example of induction.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 8 of 30 3.0 Points
The value with the highest frequency within a variable is the mode.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 9 of 30 3.0 Points
The 75th percentile is also known as the median.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 10 of 30 3.0 Points
SARA stands for Scanning, Assessment, Reliability, and Analysis.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 11 of 30 3.0 Points
The SARA process is important component of both community policing and problem-oriented policing.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 12 of 30 3.0 Points
Crime analysts use three rates regularly: crime rate, arrest rate, and recovery rate.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 13 of 30 3.0 Points
Temporal analysis is important for understanding problems because it provides information about when the crimes are occurring for short term patrol deployment.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 14 of 30 3.0 Points
Typically, the largest time unit used in strategic crime analysis to describe a problem is a month.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 15 of 30 3.0 Points
Typically, the time unit most often used in strategic crime analysis to describe a problem is a month.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 16 of 30 3.0 Points
Strategic crime analysts use time of day/day of week analysis and weighted time span analysis to determine long term trends in crime.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 17 of 30 3.0 Points
A polygon map may give the impression that incidents are occurring equally across the area when in fact they might be clustered or located along a particular street.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 18 of 30 3.0 Points
Repeat victimization refers primarily to individuals who are repeatedly victimized by the same crime.
True
False
Answer Key: False
Question 19 of 30 3.0 Points
The 80/20 rule is when a relatively small proportion of people, products, and places are responsible for or associated with a high proportion of crimes and other negative actions.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 20 of 30 3.0 Points
It is common practice for analysts to change data and results to depict what police managers ask for.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 21 of 30 3.0 Points
One of the weaknesses of current strategic crime analysis is providing too much information and not sifting through information before dissemination.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 22 of 30 3.0 Points
Every analysis product should include a discussion of how the various findings support or refute the hypotheses that were developed at the beginning of the analysis.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 23 of 30 3.0 Points
There are specific rules and guidelines for disseminating strategic crime analysis information.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 24 of 30 3.0 Points
In strategic crime analysis, no more than 6 months of data should be analyzed at one time.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 25 of 30 3.0 Points
Considering the audience of analysis products is key in choosing methods and methods of dissemination.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 26 of 30 3.0 Points
Most strategic crime analysis products are 5-7 pages in length.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: False
Question 27 of 30 3.0 Points
Police department Web sites post information on crime analysis results, calls for service, arrests, and traffic.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 28 of 30 3.0 Points
The results of tactical and strategic crime analysis results are presented primarily to police operational personnel.
A. True
B. False
Answer Key: True
Question 29 of 30 8.0 Points
Describe two important aspects of each of the steps of the SARA process. Also, provide an example of a problem solved using the SARA process. Make sure you cite your references.
29. The SARA process is a problem-solving approach/method and is often used in the criminal justice field. SARA stands for: Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment. Scanning: The process in which a problem or problems are identified and the consequences of such problems. The problems found are prioritized so that certain goals and expectations can be formulated. Analysis: The process where the cause of problems is sought and further research is done about a particular crime or crimes. The current way of how a problem is handled is analyzed and brainstormed on how to make necessary improvements to aid in the deterrence of the issue. It is also imperative to narrow the scope of the problem as specifically as possible, which will aid in identifying the best resources that will assist in further understanding the problem. Response: Laying out/Outlining a response plan for any/all responsible parties is crucial. Brainstorming new interventions and alternative ones assist in the outlining process. Make clear the objectives of the response plan to all involved parties and agencies. Assessment: An overview of the plan that was implemented. Did it work? Were goals attained? Review the qualitative and quantitative data collected to validate any changes that may need to be implemented. Remain open-minded when it comes to identifying and implementing any new strategies that may need to be put in place to augment the original plan. -When the steps in the SARA model are followed appropriately, the undertaking of crime analysis and solution-finding is, not easier, but more organized. Using the model prevents analysts from jumping to conclusions/a final response. By using this formalized process, crime analysts can ensure the success solving and deterrence. Boba, R. (2009). Crime Analysis with Crime Mapping (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications, Inc.
Question 30 of 30 8.0 Points
Provide specific examples of how frequency, rate, and mean/standard deviation can be used to study a problem of loud parties at apartment complexes. Make sure you cite your references.
30. A “mean” is the mathematic average of numbers. “Standard deviation” is that data range above and below the mean. An example of how these terms are useful and apply to criminal activity is looking at data collected for a particular crime over a certain time period. EXAMPLE: Over the last 5 months, the following data was collected for loud parties in the five apartment complexes in “Town X”: Dec 2011=25, Jan 2012=27, Feb 2012=33, Mar 2012=22, and Apr 2012= 19. The mean of these numbers is 25.2. The standard deviation is 5.31. They measure the spread of data or variability. *Hutton, S. (1999). Incident Based Crime Analysis Manual. Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Chicago, IL. Retrieved from
http://www.jrsa.org *Standard Deviation Tutorial, Calculator. Retrieved from
http://www.easycalculation.com
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