Individuals or Groups Responding Directly to the Scene of an Incident

question 45

Multiple Choice

Individuals or groups responding directly to the scene of an incident are referred to as:

• A)emergency personnel.
• B)lead detectives.
• C)line supervisors.
• D)first responders.

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Definitions:

Arachnoid

The middle of the three meningeal layers that cover and protect the brain and spinal cord; see pia mater and dura mater.

Procedural Memory

A type of long-term memory that is responsible for knowing how to perform certain tasks without conscious awareness of the learning process.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involving several areas near the edge of the cortex and within the forebrain, responsible for the control of basic emotions and drives.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors. It is the driving force behind human actions.