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NC BLET Domestic Violence Actual Exam
2026/2027 VERSION 2 | Questions and
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NORTH CAROLINA BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING (BLET)
Domestic Violence
Actual Exam 2026/2027 - VERSION 2
Section 1: Definitions and Legal Framework
Questions 1-10
Question 1 Under NCGS 50B-1, which of the following relationships does NOT meet the
statutory definition of a "personal relationship" for domestic violence protective order purposes?
A. Current spouses who are separated but not divorced B. Two individuals who have a child in
common, regardless of whether they ever lived together C. A dating couple who have been in a
romantic relationship for six months D. Two coworkers who had a single argument after a staff
meeting **[CORRECT]**
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NCGS 50B-1(b) defines "personal relationship" as: (1) current or former spouses; (2)
persons of opposite sex who live together or have lived together; (3) parent and child or
grandparent and grandchild; (4) persons who have a child in common; (5) current or former
household members; or (6) persons of the opposite sex who are in a dating relationship.
Coworkers with no romantic, familial, or household connection do not qualify, even if they had a
conflict. Option A qualifies under (1); Option B qualifies under (4); Option C qualifies under (6).
The single argument between coworkers (D) lacks the required relationship foundation.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
A: Separated spouses remain in a personal relationship under the statute until divorce is final.
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B: Having a child in common creates a personal relationship regardless of cohabitation status.
C: Dating relationships of any duration meet the statutory definition if romantic in nature.
Question 2 According to the Power and Control Wheel developed by the Domestic Abuse
Intervention Project, which tactic involves treating the victim like a servant and making all the
big decisions?
A. Economic abuse B. Using male privilege **[CORRECT]** C. Emotional abuse D. Isolation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Power and Control Wheel identifies "Using Male Privilege" as treating the
victim like a servant, making all the big decisions, and acting like the "master of the castle." This
reflects traditional gender role expectations used to dominate the victim. Economic abuse (A)
involves controlling finances; emotional abuse (C) involves name-calling and degradation;
isolation (D) involves restricting contact with others.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
A: Economic abuse specifically involves controlling money, preventing employment, or taking
the victim's earnings.
C: Emotional abuse focuses on verbal attacks, humiliation, and mind games rather than servant
roles.
D: Isolation restricts the victim's social contacts and movements, not household decision-
making.
Question 3 In the Cycle of Violence, the "tension-building phase" is characterized by which of
the following?
A. Apologies, gifts, and promises to change B. Increasing anxiety, walking on eggshells, and
minor incidents **[CORRECT]** C. The actual physical or sexual assault D. Complete calm
and normal relationship functioning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The tension-building phase involves escalating anxiety, minor incidents (pushing,
shoving, verbal abuse), and the victim attempting to calm the abuser to prevent escalation. This
phase creates a "walking on eggshells" atmosphere. Option A describes the honeymoon phase;
Option C describes the acute battering incident; Option D does not exist in the cycle.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
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A: This describes the honeymoon/reconciliation phase that follows the acute incident.
C: This describes the acute battering phase, not the buildup.
D: The cycle of violence does not include periods of complete calm; tension continuously
rebuilds.
Question 4 Which statement accurately reflects a FACT about domestic violence rather than a
myth?
A. Domestic violence is equally common in all socioeconomic classes but underreported in
higher income brackets **[CORRECT]** B. Substance abuse is the primary cause of domestic
violence C. Victims stay because they enjoy the attention D. Domestic violence incidents are
always isolated events that don't repeat
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Domestic violence occurs across all races, religions, educational levels, and
socioeconomic classes. Higher-income victims may have additional barriers to reporting (fear of
scandal, financial control, isolation). Substance abuse (B) may co-occur but does not cause
violence—abusers use substances as an excuse. Victims do not stay for attention (C); they stay
due to fear, economics, children, and hope. Domestic violence (D) is typically a pattern, not an
isolated incident.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
B: While substance abuse may be present, it is not the root cause; power and control are.
C: This is victim-blaming; no one enjoys being abused.
D: Domestic violence follows a cyclical pattern and typically escalates over time.
Question 5 "Coercive control" as a pattern of domestic abuse includes which of the following
behaviors?
A. Monitoring the victim's daily activities, communications, and movements **[CORRECT]**
B. Occasional disagreements about household responsibilities C. One partner handling all
finances because they enjoy budgeting D. Requesting that a partner text when they arrive home
safely
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coercive control involves a pattern of domination through intimidation, isolation,
micromanagement, and surveillance. Monitoring daily activities creates fear and dependency.
NC BLET Domestic Violence Actual Exam
2026/2027 VERSION 2 | Questions and
Elaborated Complete Solutions | Graded A+ |
Pass Guaranteed - A+ Graded
NORTH CAROLINA BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING (BLET)
Domestic Violence
Actual Exam 2026/2027 - VERSION 2
Section 1: Definitions and Legal Framework
Questions 1-10
Question 1 Under NCGS 50B-1, which of the following relationships does NOT meet the
statutory definition of a "personal relationship" for domestic violence protective order purposes?
A. Current spouses who are separated but not divorced B. Two individuals who have a child in
common, regardless of whether they ever lived together C. A dating couple who have been in a
romantic relationship for six months D. Two coworkers who had a single argument after a staff
meeting **[CORRECT]**
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NCGS 50B-1(b) defines "personal relationship" as: (1) current or former spouses; (2)
persons of opposite sex who live together or have lived together; (3) parent and child or
grandparent and grandchild; (4) persons who have a child in common; (5) current or former
household members; or (6) persons of the opposite sex who are in a dating relationship.
Coworkers with no romantic, familial, or household connection do not qualify, even if they had a
conflict. Option A qualifies under (1); Option B qualifies under (4); Option C qualifies under (6).
The single argument between coworkers (D) lacks the required relationship foundation.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
A: Separated spouses remain in a personal relationship under the statute until divorce is final.
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B: Having a child in common creates a personal relationship regardless of cohabitation status.
C: Dating relationships of any duration meet the statutory definition if romantic in nature.
Question 2 According to the Power and Control Wheel developed by the Domestic Abuse
Intervention Project, which tactic involves treating the victim like a servant and making all the
big decisions?
A. Economic abuse B. Using male privilege **[CORRECT]** C. Emotional abuse D. Isolation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Power and Control Wheel identifies "Using Male Privilege" as treating the
victim like a servant, making all the big decisions, and acting like the "master of the castle." This
reflects traditional gender role expectations used to dominate the victim. Economic abuse (A)
involves controlling finances; emotional abuse (C) involves name-calling and degradation;
isolation (D) involves restricting contact with others.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
A: Economic abuse specifically involves controlling money, preventing employment, or taking
the victim's earnings.
C: Emotional abuse focuses on verbal attacks, humiliation, and mind games rather than servant
roles.
D: Isolation restricts the victim's social contacts and movements, not household decision-
making.
Question 3 In the Cycle of Violence, the "tension-building phase" is characterized by which of
the following?
A. Apologies, gifts, and promises to change B. Increasing anxiety, walking on eggshells, and
minor incidents **[CORRECT]** C. The actual physical or sexual assault D. Complete calm
and normal relationship functioning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The tension-building phase involves escalating anxiety, minor incidents (pushing,
shoving, verbal abuse), and the victim attempting to calm the abuser to prevent escalation. This
phase creates a "walking on eggshells" atmosphere. Option A describes the honeymoon phase;
Option C describes the acute battering incident; Option D does not exist in the cycle.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
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A: This describes the honeymoon/reconciliation phase that follows the acute incident.
C: This describes the acute battering phase, not the buildup.
D: The cycle of violence does not include periods of complete calm; tension continuously
rebuilds.
Question 4 Which statement accurately reflects a FACT about domestic violence rather than a
myth?
A. Domestic violence is equally common in all socioeconomic classes but underreported in
higher income brackets **[CORRECT]** B. Substance abuse is the primary cause of domestic
violence C. Victims stay because they enjoy the attention D. Domestic violence incidents are
always isolated events that don't repeat
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Domestic violence occurs across all races, religions, educational levels, and
socioeconomic classes. Higher-income victims may have additional barriers to reporting (fear of
scandal, financial control, isolation). Substance abuse (B) may co-occur but does not cause
violence—abusers use substances as an excuse. Victims do not stay for attention (C); they stay
due to fear, economics, children, and hope. Domestic violence (D) is typically a pattern, not an
isolated incident.
Why Distractors Are Wrong:
B: While substance abuse may be present, it is not the root cause; power and control are.
C: This is victim-blaming; no one enjoys being abused.
D: Domestic violence follows a cyclical pattern and typically escalates over time.
Question 5 "Coercive control" as a pattern of domestic abuse includes which of the following
behaviors?
A. Monitoring the victim's daily activities, communications, and movements **[CORRECT]**
B. Occasional disagreements about household responsibilities C. One partner handling all
finances because they enjoy budgeting D. Requesting that a partner text when they arrive home
safely
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coercive control involves a pattern of domination through intimidation, isolation,
micromanagement, and surveillance. Monitoring daily activities creates fear and dependency.
