Becoming a Police Officer: The Written Test

The written test is one of the initial tests all applicants must complete.  It consists of 125 multiple choice questions.  The questions are largely based on information given to them from inside the testing booklet.  There is no study guide available to the applicant to prepare for the written test.  There are also sentence structure word usage questions.  In order to continue in the process, the applicant must score a minimum of 70 on the written test.  While some fail the written test, approximately 90% pass and continue in the process.  If the written test is passed, the recruiting officer will contact the applicant to schedule them for a polygraph examination.