The function of PCG, designed to help prevent or minimize unnecessary loss of lives and properties at sea

Which principle is violated when a police officer receives conflicting orders from both the patrol chief and the investigation chief?

What type of organizational structure does the PNP follow, considering that it exercises command authority through a hierarchy while also relying on advisory units for technical and administrative support?

To strengthen effective delegation in a law enforcement organization, all of the following are necessary, EXCEPT which one, since it does not directly contribute to improving delegation?

What PRINCIPLE states that decision-making authority must remain with the commanding officer who holds it, and should not be passed upward or downward in the organizational structure?

What is the new rank classification of PO3?

Which institution serves as the primary training arm responsible for the education, skills development, and human resource preparation of all uniformed PNP personnel?

Under the current organizational structure, who serves as the Ex-Officio Chairman of the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM)?

In the City of Davao, the highest-ranking police official vested with operational command over the entire city is the:

In the provincial setting, who holds the authority to select and appoint the Provincial Director from the shortlist of three nominees submitted by the Regional Director?

Applicants who enter the PNP and meet all general qualification requirements BUT are still undergoing the mandatory basic recruitment training are given what type of appointment?

Which PNP office is responsible for ensuring the optimal utilization of both uniformed and non-uniformed personnel resources?

Which law reorganized the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and established the PNP under its administrative control?

Which of the following is NOT true about the delegation of authority?

Which of the following is primarily responsible for environmental protection and maritime security, including law enforcement, search and rescue, and safety of navigation?

It acts as a national clearing house of criminal records and other related information for the benefit of the government;

To defend against external and internal threats To territorial integrity and sovereignty And promote the welfare of the people in order to create a secure and stable environment Conducive to national development Is the mission of

The main mandate of NICA is to:

The chief of PDEA is appointed by the:

The Constitution and RA No. 8551 substantially provides that the PNP shall be national in scope. This is illustrated by the following. Which is not included?

Which agency primarily assists local and international law enforcement in maintaining national security by monitoring foreigners whose presence may threaten public safety, public morals, or public health?

What is the highest rank in the Philippine Coast Guard?

Under RA 8551 any PNP personnel who has not been promoted for a continuous service shall be retired or separated if the said period of non promotion gained with in

Under the police reform and reorganization law, a Field Training Program for all PNP uniformed members is required for permanency of their appointment consisting of 12 months. Basic areas of actual experience and assignment during this period shall be on:

According to the RA 9165, The NBI and PNP will act as permanent _________ of the Dangerous Drug Board

The study of processes, procedures, and conditions under the Law Enforcement Pillar—often referred to as “Police in Action”—focuses on managing personnel, resources, and operations. Which term best describes this discipline?

In determining the proper span of control for a supervisor, which of the following factors must be considered to ensure effective supervision?

Decisions from the PLEB involving demotion or dismissal from the service are appealable to?

When is the operational supervision and control powers conferred to mayors by the NAPOLCOM is suspended and temporarily given to the COMELEC?

What is the administrative support unit of the PNP that is responsible to conduct investigation and evaluates physical evidences related to the medical, biological and chemical?

main traditional purpose of the police.

What article and specific section of the 1987 Philippine Constitution that provides for the establishment and maintenance of one police force which shall be national in scope but civilian in character that shall be administratively controlled and operationally supervised by the National Police Commission?

For patrol and operational purposes, the PNP divides a municipality or city into smaller geographical units. What is this subdivision called?

Which award is appropriate for Insp. Pedro, who died from gunshot wounds while heroically facilitating the release of hostages?

A PNP member who acquired a permanent physical disability in the line of duty and can no longer perform his duties is entitled to a lifetime pension equivalent to:

A warrant of arrest is issued against Y. Patrolman Jose arrests him but fails to inform Y of his constitutional rights. This act is an example of:

During war or other national emergencies declared by Congress, the President may extend the term of office of the Chief PNP for a period depending on the gravity of the situation. What is the legally allowed extension?

The administrative control and operational supervision over the PNP is a power of;

Organizational chart portrays the?

Refers to utilization of units or elements of the PNP

for purpose of protection of lives and properties,

enforcement of laws, maintenance of peace and

order, prevention of crimes, arrest of criminal

offenders and etc.

All of the following are considered appropriate

eligibilities for appointment as Police Officer 1 (PO1),

EXCEPT:

What refers to the distinctive physical device of

metal and ribbon which constitute the tangible

evidence of an award or recognition

These are circumstances which may exempt the

Commander from command responsibility,

EXCEPT:

the institution of a criminal action or complaint

against a police officer is

Who serves as the Chair of the National

Peace and Order Council (NPOC) according

to EO 773?

What is the main purpose of the Regional

ISO Coordinating Center created under EO 773?

48.When may the age height weight and educational

requirements for initial appointment to the PNP be

waived?

It refers to an act or omission not involving moral

turpitude but affecting the internal discipline of the

PNP.

What agency has the responsibility regarding drug

case incident along the coastal line of Batangas?

Batangas maintains a police force with a total

manpower of 10,000 officers and men. How many

PLEB must be established?

The system used in PNP promotions is called-

Mental fitness of an applicant in the PNP is verified

thru-

the NAB composed of a chairperson and three

regular members have the following appellate

jurisdiction, except

Police Colonel to Police Lieutenant General shall

be appointed by the President upon the

recommendation of the Chief PNP with the

endorsement of the Civil Service Commission

(CSC) and with confirmation by the

_____________.

Types of disciplinary action except

non-confiscation of firearm and paraphernalia by

the chief of police or immediate commander of

the suspended police officer under his command

will result to neglect of duty and the former will

be hell___ for the payment of the value of the

property in case of loss

police commissioned officers and police non-

commissioned officers who were recruited by

virtue of their special technical skills and

competencies are called

What is the other term for Monthly Retirement

Benefits (MRB) ?

Any lose or impairment of the normal functions of

the mental and physical faculties of any PNP

member is called ____.

It is a type of policy that comes from top

management level and is intended to set up

guidelines in the operation of the police

organization.

What refers to the disciplining authority vested to

local executive like mayors?

Which of the following PNP operational support

unit is tasked to enforce the R.A 6539, the

Carnapping Act of 1972 and formerly known as

Traffic Management Group?

PNP members under the waiver program but is

dismissed for failure to comply with the

requirements can re-apply to the PNP?

A Field training Program for all PNP uniformed

members is required for permanency of their

appointment. Who among the following is

exempted to undergo the Field Training Program

and issued a permanent appointment?

Under the waiver program, who among the

following PNP applicants is the least priority for

appointment?

This is possible if the PNP personnel have already

rendered at least 10 years of continuous service,

is not scheduled separation or retirement, has no

pending administrative or criminal case and has 3

more years of remaining in the service before

reaching the compulsory retirement age

Which measure most accurately reflects

police efficiency rather than popularity?

A police station has seen a 30% decrease in

reported crimes over the last year, but arrests

remain very low. Citizens are complaining that

officers do not investigate properly. Which of the

following best describes the station’s efficiency?

During a flood, a station deployed limited

personnel but managed to rescue all stranded

citizens within 2 hours. Which measure is most

relevant to assess their performance?

A precinct introduces CCTV cameras and a

computerized crime database, and within 6

months, crime clearance improved significantly.

What does this scenario best illustrate?

Residents complain of excessive police presence

but no visible decrease in petty crimes. Officers

are following their patrol schedule strictly. What

is the likely cause?

A patrol team arrives at a crime scene 10

minutes after the call, but evidence was

mishandled. Which aspect of efficiency is

compromised?

A precinct implemented community watch

programs. Residents report feeling safer, and

petty crimes decreased. Arrest rates for serious

crimes remained the same. Which statement is

correct?

During a city festival, a station deploys extra

personnel. Crime does not spike despite larger

crowds. Which factor explains this success?

An officer has been in the same rank for 5 years

without promotion. His performance remains

high. How does Time-in-Grade affect efficiency

evaluation here?

Citizens report slow police response in a

congested area, but patrol coverage is adequate.

Which should be addressed first?

After a technology upgrade, one station improved

case reporting accuracy but response times

stayed the same. What does this indicate?

A precinct receives fewer complaints despite

high crime levels. Citizens are not confident in

reporting crimes. What does this imply?

A station is underfunded but manages to resolve

most cases using innovative patrol schedules and

community intelligence. How should efficiency be

assessed?

Officers are strictly enforcing arrest quotas but

ignoring community complaints. How does this

affect efficiency?

A precinct handles a natural disaster, but

paperwork and reporting are delayed for weeks.

What efficiency aspect is compromised?

A patrol unit uses fewer officers but manages a

large area effectively by prioritizing high-risk

zones. This scenario demonstrates:

A new chief reorganizes the chain of command to

reduce overlapping responsibilities. Crime

clearance improves slightly. What principle is

applied?

Citizens are satisfied with responsiveness, but

minor administrative delays exist in filing reports.

Which efficiency is still high?

A precinct implements intelligence-led policing,

leading to more arrests with fewer patrols. Which

efficiency principle does this demonstrate?

Officers follow patrol schedules strictly but fail to

adjust during emergencies. Which efficiency

principle is violated?

A precinct resolves crimes quickly but officers are

frequently reassigned, disrupting community

programs. Which efficiency area suffers most?

A precinct increases arrests by 20% using more

resources, but the same crimes occur repeatedly.

What type of efficiency is questionable?

A patrol team solves a crime through citizen

cooperation. The case is closed faster than usual.

Which efficiency indicator improved?

A station’s response time is excellent, but

evidence handling is poor, leading to dismissed

cases. Which efficiency is most impacted?

Officers are highly skilled but overworked. Crime

clearance remains steady, but response times

increase. What should leadership prioritize?

During a high-profile crime, a precinct responds

quickly, but media coverage portrays delays. How

should efficiency be assessed?

A precinct has modern equipment, but officers

lack training. Case clearance remains low. What

efficiency factor is limiting performance?

Patrol officers are rotated frequently, preventing

relationships with community members. Crime

resolution drops slightly. Which efficiency aspect

is compromised?

Officers efficiently respond to calls, but

paperwork for arrests is delayed. What efficiency

measure is still good?

Citizens report that officers often ignore minor

crimes but focus on high-profile cases. What is

the risk to efficiency?