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You must complete each section  \nREADING  \nwithin the required time allotted.  \nGRAMMAR  \nYou must receive a score of 70% or higher in each of the areas tested.  \n INCIDENT You must pass with an total average  \norder to move forward to the next step  \nREPORT WRITING   \nscore of 75% in in the selection process.  \nThere is  \nNORE-TEST OPTION  \nfor the POST  \nExam.  \nWe strongly encourage you to study and take practice exams in order to prepare for the test as there is no re-test option. Please see the resources below to help you prepare.  \nONLINE RESOURCES  \n[https://www.applytoserve.com/study/](https://www.applytoserve.com/study/)  \n(Note: There is a FEE associated with this study guide.)  \n[https://www.dart.org/about/dartpolice/docs/studyguide.pdf](https://www.dart.org/about/dartpolice/docs/studyguide.pdf)[ ](https://www.dart.org/about/dartpolice/docs/studyguide.pdf)[https://www.tests.com/practice/police-test](https://www.tests.com/practice/police-test)[ ](https://www.tests.com/practice/police-test)[https://www.kaptest.com/police-exam/free/police-exam-practice](https://www.kaptest.com/police-exam/free/police-exam-practice)  \nIN-PERSON RESOURCES  \nYou are welcome to stop by any Iowa State Patrol district office to review study materials.  \n(Please note: these materials are not allowed to be taken outside of the district office.)","cbCail6niNXYyqVm","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCail6niNXYyqVm","pdf",527911,"English","# Exam Overview\n## Testing Sections\n## Scoring Requirements\n# Preparation Resources\n## Online Study Links\n## In-Person Review","[{\"question\":\"What subjects are covered in the POST Exam?\",\"answer\":\"The exam covers four specific areas: Math, Reading, Grammar, and Incident Report Writing.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the minimum passing scores for the POST Exam?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates must score at least 70% in each individual testing area and maintain a total average score of 75%.\"},{\"question\":\"Is there a re-test option available for the POST Exam?\",\"answer\":\"No, there is no re-test option for the POST Exam, making thorough preparation vital.\"},{\"question\":\"Where can I review study materials in person?\",\"answer\":\"You can visit any Iowa State Patrol district office to review study materials, provided they remain within the facility.\"}]","Police Officer Selection Test - Study Guide Resources | PDF",1790709313]