NC BLET 2026 STATE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE ANSWERS
Self-Regulation - ANSWER-Ability to manage emotions at the moment and adapt to rapidly
changing circumstances positively (What do I do with myself)
Empathy - ANSWER-Ability to understand other people's emotional makeup, have skill to treat
them accordingly based on their emotional reactions
Self-Awarness - ANSWER-Full understanding of how emotions impact their ability to respond in
any given situation (What do I see in myself)
Dominance Personality - ANSWER-1. Direct
2. Assertive
3. Challenge seekers
Influence Personality - ANSWER-1. Social
2. Outgoing
3. Optimistic
Steadiness Personality - ANSWER-1. Predictable
2. Dependable
3. Cooperative
Conscientiousness Personality - ANSWER-1. Fact driven
2. Precise
3. Objective
Proxemics - ANSWER-1. Refers to the physical distance or space between communication
-Intimate (0 to 18 inches, e.g. Family members, partners)
-Personal (3 to 4 ft, e.g. Friends, Co-workers)
-Moderate (18 inches to 4ft, e.g. Business interaction)
-Conversation (4 to 6 ft)
Paralanguage - ANSWER-1. Refers to vocal characteristics such as tone, accent, rate, pitch,
volume
,-Not what we say but how we say it.
Body Language - ANSWER-1. Hand gestures, posture, eye contact,
2. Non-verbal body language accounts for 50-60%
Communication Barriers - ANSWER-1. Appearance
2. Physical Barriers
3. Not showing empathy
4. Bias
5. Profanity
6. Interrupting
7. Sarcasm/Demeaning
Communication with People from different cultures - ANSWER-1. Need to learn as much as
possible about the expectation of the groups with which they interact
2. Recognize indicators of power differences
3. Understand why people from other cultures behave as they do
4. Be familiar with different races & cultures in their jurisdiction
Communication with Non-English Speaking - ANSWER-1. Be patient
2. Speak slowly and clearly
3. Do not use English slang or jargon
Communications with Children - ANSWER-1. Use general "conversation" to communicate
2. Reassure children they are not in trouble.
3. Be patient and anticipate frequent changes to conversation
Communications with Teenagers - ANSWER-1. Be clear, concise, and consistent
2. Actively listen and ask questions
3. Acknowledge their feelings
4. Be fair and consistent
Communication with Older Adults - ANSWER-1. Eliminate or minimize physical, noise, other
distractions
,2. Use sir, ma'am, Mr, Mrs, & professional titles
3. Use clear words and concise sentences
4. Be direct and ask questions to confirm
Communication with Persons with Disabilities - ANSWER-1. Use first-person and possessive
words like "with", "has", or "uses" instead of "is"
2. Never refer to them as "crippled"
3. Be careful about making assumptions
Negotiating - ANSWER-1. Separate people from problem
2. Focus on interests
3. Identify opportunities for mutual gain
Public Speaking - ANSWER-1. Be prepared
2. Know your topic
3. Know your audience
4. Delivery
5. Relax and speak clearly
Radio Communication - ANSWER-1. 1 to 3 inch. away and 30 to 45 degrees
2. Accurate
3. Brief
4. Concise
Ethics - ANSWER-Principles of conduct governing an individual or a group, including rules of
behavior on ideas about what is morally good and bad
Integrity - ANSWER-Firm adherence to a code of moral values
Morals - ANSWER-Concerned about or relating to what is right and wrong in human behavior
Explicit Bias - ANSWER-Aware of their attitudes, stereotypes, and beliefs and openly admit them
as part of their worldview
Implicit Bias - ANSWER-More subtle than explicit bias and developed from prior experiences
that influence behavior
, Confirmation Bias - ANSWER-When people seek or interpret information in ways that are partial
to their existing beliefs or expectations
Biased-Based Policing - ANSWER-Discrimination in performing law enforcement duties based on
personal officer prejudices. (e.g. Can lead officers to treat people without dignity & respect).
Group Think - ANSWER-People will set aside their own personal beliefs or adopt the opinion of
the rest of the group
Us Vs. Them - ANSWER-Perceive their group as correct or superior
Code Of Silence - ANSWER-Discourages Officers from Reporting.
(Actively- Cover up criminal acts, Passive- Silent about witnessing misconduct).
Noble Cause Corruption - ANSWER-Officers intentionally violate ethical standards or laws to
pursue what they believe is for the greater good
Duty to Intervene - ANSWER-Professional and ethical law enforcement officers are not afraid to
speak up and do the right thing when a colleague is making a mistake or doing something
unethical.
Heart Disease - ANSWER-Most common form is coronary atherosclerosis, which occurs when
fatty plaque builds up and hardens inside main arteries, leading to the heart becoming clogged
or blocked
High Blood Cholesterol - ANSWER-Too much cholesterol is considered a high-risk factor for heart
disease and stroke.
1. High-density lipoproteins (HDL)
-Good Cholesterol can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
2. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL)
-Bad Cholesterol raises risk of heart disease and stroke
Hypertension (Blood Pressure) - ANSWER-1. The first number is called Systolic Blood Pressure
-measures pressure in your arteries when your heart beats
2. The second number is called Diastolic Blood Pressure
-measures pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats
Diabetes - ANSWER-Caused when the pancreas cannot produce or otherwise manage insulin
and needs insulin to convert glucose or blood sugar into energy
QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE ANSWERS
Self-Regulation - ANSWER-Ability to manage emotions at the moment and adapt to rapidly
changing circumstances positively (What do I do with myself)
Empathy - ANSWER-Ability to understand other people's emotional makeup, have skill to treat
them accordingly based on their emotional reactions
Self-Awarness - ANSWER-Full understanding of how emotions impact their ability to respond in
any given situation (What do I see in myself)
Dominance Personality - ANSWER-1. Direct
2. Assertive
3. Challenge seekers
Influence Personality - ANSWER-1. Social
2. Outgoing
3. Optimistic
Steadiness Personality - ANSWER-1. Predictable
2. Dependable
3. Cooperative
Conscientiousness Personality - ANSWER-1. Fact driven
2. Precise
3. Objective
Proxemics - ANSWER-1. Refers to the physical distance or space between communication
-Intimate (0 to 18 inches, e.g. Family members, partners)
-Personal (3 to 4 ft, e.g. Friends, Co-workers)
-Moderate (18 inches to 4ft, e.g. Business interaction)
-Conversation (4 to 6 ft)
Paralanguage - ANSWER-1. Refers to vocal characteristics such as tone, accent, rate, pitch,
volume
,-Not what we say but how we say it.
Body Language - ANSWER-1. Hand gestures, posture, eye contact,
2. Non-verbal body language accounts for 50-60%
Communication Barriers - ANSWER-1. Appearance
2. Physical Barriers
3. Not showing empathy
4. Bias
5. Profanity
6. Interrupting
7. Sarcasm/Demeaning
Communication with People from different cultures - ANSWER-1. Need to learn as much as
possible about the expectation of the groups with which they interact
2. Recognize indicators of power differences
3. Understand why people from other cultures behave as they do
4. Be familiar with different races & cultures in their jurisdiction
Communication with Non-English Speaking - ANSWER-1. Be patient
2. Speak slowly and clearly
3. Do not use English slang or jargon
Communications with Children - ANSWER-1. Use general "conversation" to communicate
2. Reassure children they are not in trouble.
3. Be patient and anticipate frequent changes to conversation
Communications with Teenagers - ANSWER-1. Be clear, concise, and consistent
2. Actively listen and ask questions
3. Acknowledge their feelings
4. Be fair and consistent
Communication with Older Adults - ANSWER-1. Eliminate or minimize physical, noise, other
distractions
,2. Use sir, ma'am, Mr, Mrs, & professional titles
3. Use clear words and concise sentences
4. Be direct and ask questions to confirm
Communication with Persons with Disabilities - ANSWER-1. Use first-person and possessive
words like "with", "has", or "uses" instead of "is"
2. Never refer to them as "crippled"
3. Be careful about making assumptions
Negotiating - ANSWER-1. Separate people from problem
2. Focus on interests
3. Identify opportunities for mutual gain
Public Speaking - ANSWER-1. Be prepared
2. Know your topic
3. Know your audience
4. Delivery
5. Relax and speak clearly
Radio Communication - ANSWER-1. 1 to 3 inch. away and 30 to 45 degrees
2. Accurate
3. Brief
4. Concise
Ethics - ANSWER-Principles of conduct governing an individual or a group, including rules of
behavior on ideas about what is morally good and bad
Integrity - ANSWER-Firm adherence to a code of moral values
Morals - ANSWER-Concerned about or relating to what is right and wrong in human behavior
Explicit Bias - ANSWER-Aware of their attitudes, stereotypes, and beliefs and openly admit them
as part of their worldview
Implicit Bias - ANSWER-More subtle than explicit bias and developed from prior experiences
that influence behavior
, Confirmation Bias - ANSWER-When people seek or interpret information in ways that are partial
to their existing beliefs or expectations
Biased-Based Policing - ANSWER-Discrimination in performing law enforcement duties based on
personal officer prejudices. (e.g. Can lead officers to treat people without dignity & respect).
Group Think - ANSWER-People will set aside their own personal beliefs or adopt the opinion of
the rest of the group
Us Vs. Them - ANSWER-Perceive their group as correct or superior
Code Of Silence - ANSWER-Discourages Officers from Reporting.
(Actively- Cover up criminal acts, Passive- Silent about witnessing misconduct).
Noble Cause Corruption - ANSWER-Officers intentionally violate ethical standards or laws to
pursue what they believe is for the greater good
Duty to Intervene - ANSWER-Professional and ethical law enforcement officers are not afraid to
speak up and do the right thing when a colleague is making a mistake or doing something
unethical.
Heart Disease - ANSWER-Most common form is coronary atherosclerosis, which occurs when
fatty plaque builds up and hardens inside main arteries, leading to the heart becoming clogged
or blocked
High Blood Cholesterol - ANSWER-Too much cholesterol is considered a high-risk factor for heart
disease and stroke.
1. High-density lipoproteins (HDL)
-Good Cholesterol can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
2. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL)
-Bad Cholesterol raises risk of heart disease and stroke
Hypertension (Blood Pressure) - ANSWER-1. The first number is called Systolic Blood Pressure
-measures pressure in your arteries when your heart beats
2. The second number is called Diastolic Blood Pressure
-measures pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats
Diabetes - ANSWER-Caused when the pancreas cannot produce or otherwise manage insulin
and needs insulin to convert glucose or blood sugar into energy
