Chapter 10

Question 1

Which of the following most accurately reflects the average dollar loss per robbery offense in the United States?
	A.	$4,410
	B.	$ 650,000
	C.	$ 456
	D.	$1,239

Answer 1

Answer: D

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of merchandise robbery?
	A.	robbery at an ATM machine
	B.	taking goods from a store forcibly
	C.	a mugging committed with a weapon
	D.	an armored car heist

Answer 2

Answer: B

Question 3

. Which of the following is the most common type of robbery?
A. robberies after previous association of some duration
B. robberies of banks, stores, offices, or other sites
C. robberies associated with holdups, muggings, and stickups
D. robberies as a consequence of chance meetings

Answer 3

Answer: C

Question 4

Which of the following typically describes a commercial robbery?
A. The victimized store is large and busy.
B. The robbery occurs in the middle of the day.
C. The robbery is carried out by masked perpetrators.
D. The victimized store is located on a major street.

Answer 4

Answer: D

Question 5

Which of the following people is the most likely target of a street mugger?
	A.	a woman
	B.	a bank teller
	C.	a child
	D.	an elderly person

Answer 5

Answer: D

Question 6

Which of the following is most likely typical of an amateur bank robber?
	A.	shows evidence of planning
	B.	uses physical and verbal threats
	C.	lives near the target bank
	D.	hits multiple teller windows

Answer 6

Answer: C

Question 7

Which of the following is the best example of a “smash-and-grab” robbery?
A. confronting a bank teller at gunpoint and demanding cash
B. punching an elderly woman and then snatching her purse
C. breaking the window of a stopped car and holding the driver at gunpoint
D. “rolling” a child on his way to school for his lunch money

Answer 7

Answer: C

Question 8

Which of the following actions is recommended for the first officer on reaching the scene of a robbery in progress?
A. Park as close as possible to the scene.
B. Cover the most likely exit from the robbery location.
C. Leave the keys in the ignition and approach quickly.
D. Attempt to apprehend the suspect(s) singlehandedly.

Answer 8

Answer: B

Question 9

Which is the best example of bait money?
A. money with prerecorded serial numbers kept at a bank
B. money provided to undercover officers to pay informants
C. money paid to witnesses to encourage them to testify
D. money left on a desk at work to lure would-be robbers

Answer 9

Answer: A

Question 10

. Which of the following traits describes a robber who researches the target, wears a disguise, and plans an escape?
	A.	opportunistic
	B.	desperate
	C.	professional
	D.	alcoholic

Answer 10

Answer: C

Question 11

Which of the following is a frightening and potentially dangerous crime that can occur to a family?
	A.	school robbery
	B.	neighborhood canvass
	C.	home invasion
	D.	street mugging

Answer 11

Answer: C

Question 12

12. Which of the following is NOT considered typical MO information for a robbery?
	A.	verbal statements made
	B.	threatened use of force
	C.	victim is under 50 years of age
	D.	use of disguises

Answer 12

Answer: C

Question 13

. Statistics show that many robberies do not result in physical harm to the victim or extensive loss. When victims are harmed, their injuries range from bruises and black eyes to life-threatening gunshot or knife wounds.
How often during robberies do injuries occur in the United States?
A. About one in three involve actual injury.
B. About one in 20 involve actual injury.
C. About one in 50 involve actual injury.
D. About one in 77 involve actual injury.

Answer 13

Answer: A

Question 14

The Uniform Crime Reporting Program defines \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ as the taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence or by putting the victim in fear.
A. burglary
B. robbery 
C. theft 
D. armed theft

Answer 14

Answer: B

Question 15

While a family was away, two men broke inside their single family home through a basement window. Once inside, the perpetrators took guns, jewelry, and cash and left the premises. There were no witnesses. When the husband came home for lunch, he discovered the crime and reported it to police saying, “We were robbed!” 
What crime was committed? 
A. Robbery
B. Arson
C. Burglary 
D. Home-Invasion Robbery

Answer 15

Answer: C

Question 16

One of the most infamous bank robberies occurred on Friday, February 28, 1997. On that day, two Los Angeles patrol officers were driving by a bank at 9:30 A.m. when one of the officers glanced into a bank window and saw a customer being shoved by someone holding what appeared to be a shotgun. The officers summoned help and one of the biggest shoot-outs in the city’s history ensued.
Which statement below is true of this unusual incident?
A. The two gunmen were clad in bulletproof body armor.
B. The robbers killed 16 bystanders and police officers.
C. The suspects shot dozens of rounds from semiautomatic pistols.
D. All of the facts above are true regarding this incident.

Answer 16

Answer: A

Question 17

How often do bank robberies occur?
A. Bank robberies are relatively common: about one of every five robberies is of a bank.
B. Bank robberies are relatively common: about two of every five robberies are of a bank.
C. Bank robberies are relatively uncommon: only about two of every 100 robberies are of a bank.
D. Bank robberies are relatively uncommon: only about two of every 1000 robberies are of a bank.

Answer 17

Answer: C

Question 18

An investigator is called to a convenience store to investigate a report of a robbery. The clerk reported that the robber came in right at 2:00 p.m. and was wearing a black ski mask and black clothing. He displayed a gun and handed the clerk a note that said, “Don’t call the police. Just give me all of the money!”
What can the investigator conclude about the M.O. in this case?
A. The bank robber will use a different M.O. the next time he commits a robbery.
B. This will likely have been the first time and only time the robber will commit this type of crime.
C. Knowing that bank robbers are predictable, he will likely employ the same modus operandi in successive robberies.
D. The robber will probably not be apprehended and if he is apprehended, the prosecution will not likely be successful.

Answer 18

Answer: C

Question 19

A man, described to be a white male, 20-30 years old, average height, robbed a store by using a gun and covering his face with a bandana. He displayed a silver-colored revolver. He forced everyone to lie on the floor after the register was opened and he took money directly from the cash drawer. He left the scene in a vehicle that was parked just down the block. The vehicle was a 2005-2010 light blue, Ford Taurus and a partial plate number was given to police: BVJ-1__ __. No stolen vehicles matching that description have been reported in the state in the past 48 hours.
What factor is the key to the solvability of this case?
A. The key factor is the poor description of the suspect, making this case most likely unsolvable.
B. The key factor is the unique description of the suspect’s M.O., making this case most likely unsolvable.
C. The key factor is the description of the vehicle, making this case highly solvable.
D. The key factor is that the crime was likely perpetrated by a professional making it likely unsolvable.

Answer 19

Answer: C

Question 20

. Robberies are somewhat more likely to occur at walk-up ATMs than at drive-through ones and about 15 percent of victims are injured.
What is the average loss resulting from ATM robberies?
A. Less than $40
B. Between $100 and $200
C. Between $500 and $1000
D. Over $1000

Answer 20

Answer: B

Question 21

A younger perpetrator does not plan the crime well (e.g., use of weapons, getaway car) but robs a cab when it happens to pass by. The suspect is a member of a juvenile gang and is trying to “prove” himself to the others as a “tough guy.”
What type of perpetrator is the suspect above?
A. Professional robber.
B. Opportunistic robber.
C. Drug addict robber.
D. Intoxicated robber.

Answer 21

Answer: B

Question 22

An officer receives a call from dispatch informing him of a robbery in progress at a convenience store near a busy intersection in the middle of town. The officer proceeds to the scene without lights and siren so as not to alert the suspects that police are arriving. The officer arrives just south of the scene but remains out of sight of the store and notifies dispatch of his arrival. Soon thereafter, back up arrives and parks on the north side of the scene to cover the store from there.
When approaching the store, what should the officers be looking for?
A. He should be on the lookout for fleeing subjects and persons sitting in parked cars.
B. He should look for signs of forced entry on the back door of the store.
C. He should locate the exact location of the backup officer.
D. He should be looking for physical evidence such as tire impressions, foot impressions, and other evidence.

Answer 22

Answer: A

Question 23

An officer receives a call from dispatch informing him of a robbery in progress at a convenience store near a busy intersection in the middle of town. The officer proceeds to the scene without lights and siren so as not to alert the suspects that police are arriving. The officer arrives just south of the scene but remains out of sight of the store and notifies dispatch of his arrival. Soon thereafter, back up arrives and parks on the north side of the scene to cover the store from there.
Upon the approach to this robbery, where should the first officer on the scene be positioned?
A. Near the back to cover the rear exit.
B. Near the front to cover the main doors.
C. Near the most likely exit from the robbery scene.
D. If possible, the roof is the objective in order to direct all other officers.

Answer 23

Answer: C

Question 24

During an investigation of a robbery call, the first officer at the scene spots a vehicle with the engine running parked directly in front of the main doors. The driver is a possible ‘lookout’ wearing a ski mask. The officer notifies dispatch and other responding officers.
What should the officer do next?
A. The officer should arrest the driver, then immediately enter the store to arrest the robber.
B. The officer should stay out of sight and wait for the robber to exit, and then apprehend the robber.
C. The officer should attempt to enter the rear of the store in order to apprehend the robber in the store.
D. The officer should disengage from the scene and wait for the robber to drive away.

Answer 24

Answer: B

Question 25

A police officer is dispatched to a bank robbery. The first officer arrives at the scene and cannot determine whether or not a crime is still in progress. No backup has yet arrived.
What should the first officer do next?
A. She should carefully enter the bank.
B. She should sweep the exterior of the building and if nothing appears suspicious, she should enter the building.
C. She should wait for SWAT to arrive, knowing that the wait may be at least 45-60 minutes.
D. She should wait for backup, then carefully enter the building with at least one other officer.

Answer 25

Answer: D

Question 26

A police officer is responding to a call in which the robbers have just left the scene. When the officer arrives at the scene, he determines that the scene is safe and no one is injured.

What should the officer do as soon as possible?
A. A thorough crime scene search for possible evidence should be conducted.
B. A careful examination of the point of entry, the pathway to the victim, any objects that may have been touched, and the point of exit should be searched for possible fingerprints.
C. Brief witness/victim interviews should be conducted so that a flash description of suspects and suspect vehicles can be broadcast.
D. All witnesses should be extensively interviewed and written statements should be obtained from all who were involved.

Answer 26

Answer: C

Question 27

Because of the violent nature of the crime of robbery and the imminent threat of injury, witnesses are not likely to remember many specific details of a robbery. It is important, however, that officers attempt to gather as much information as possible from the victim and any witnesses.
Select the best question below that encourages a victim to disclose details that may help to identify a suspect.
A. What color were the suspect’s eyes?
B. How tall was the suspect?
C. What can you tell me about the gun?
D. What were the most noticeable features about the robber’s face?

Answer 27

Answer: D

Question 28

Robbery is essentially the same crime as burglary, a crime involving theft of property.

True or False

Answer 28

False

Question 29

Professional bank robbers are typically multiple offenders with division of labor.

True or False

Answer 29

True

Question 30

The commercial robbery typically occurs during the evening and very early morning hours.

True or False

Answer 30

True

Question 31

While the average loss is much higher, the typical property loss in most robberies is less than $100.

True or False

Answer 31

True

Question 32

ATM-related crimes are extremely common in the United States.

True or False

Answer 32

False

Question 33

The most common type of robbery is the one committed on public streets and alleyways.

True or False

Answer 33

True

Question 34

obtaining description information, officers should not separate witnesses.

True or False

Answer 34

False

Question 35

A robber’s MO refers to his or her motivation in committing the robbery.

True or False

Answer 35

False

Question 36

Canvassing the area surrounding the location of the robbery must be the last priority in a robbery investigation.

True or False

Answer 36

False