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Key Facts: CJBAT Exam
97
Total Questions
Pearson CJBAT handbook
1.5 hrs
Test Duration
Pearson CJBAT handbook
$39
Exam Fee
Pearson VUE FDLE handbook
70 + 30/50
Pass/Fail Rule
Pearson CJBAT exam description
4 years
Score Validity
FDLE BAT page
3/12 mo
Attempt Limit
FDLE BAT page
The CJBAT has 97 questions in 1.5 hours: 47 Behavioral Attributes items in 20 minutes, 10 Memorization items using picture-review timing, and 40 Written Comprehension, Written Expression, Deductive Reasoning, and Inductive Reasoning items in 1 hour. Passing is pass/fail: 70 or higher across all three sections plus at least 30 correct out of the 50 questions in Sections II and III. The fee is $39, testing is through Pearson VUE within Florida, unofficial results are provided on test day, and the only controlling result record is the FDLE ATMS record.
Sample CJBAT Practice Questions
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1While testifying in court, an officer realizes they made an error in their report. The officer should:
2An officer is offered free meals at a local restaurant while in uniform. The officer should:
3A citizen is yelling and using profanity while making a complaint. An officer should:
4An officer finds a wallet containing cash and identification on the street. The officer should:
5A suspect spits on an officer during an arrest. The officer should:
6During a stressful situation, an officer notices their hands shaking and heart racing. This is likely:
7An officer notices a small discrepancy between a witness statement and physical evidence. The officer should:
8Before going off duty, an officer must complete several administrative tasks. The officer is running late for a personal appointment. The officer should:
9An officer is assigned to a new unit with different procedures than their previous assignment. The officer should:
10A new policy requires officers to use different report-writing software. The most professional response is to:
About the CJBAT Exam
The CJBAT, also called the Florida Basic Abilities Test or BAT, is the FDLE entrance assessment for many Florida law enforcement and corrections basic recruit training paths. It measures minimum competencies in behavioral attributes, memorization, written comprehension, written expression, deductive reasoning, and inductive reasoning through separate law-enforcement and corrections versions.
Questions
97 scored questions
Time Limit
1.5 hours
Passing Score
Pass/fail: 70+ across all three sections and at least 30/50 on Sections II and III
Exam Fee
$39 (Pearson VUE for Florida Department of Law Enforcement, working with IO Solutions)
CJBAT Exam Content Outline
Behavioral Attributes
Professional judgment, integrity, emotional control, teamwork, adaptability, and other job-related behavioral attributes
Memorization
Picture-based short-term memory and detail recall under section timing
Written Comprehension, Expression, And Reasoning
Reading, writing, deductive reasoning, and inductive reasoning using provided information
How to Pass the CJBAT Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Pass/fail: 70+ across all three sections and at least 30/50 on Sections II and III
- Exam length: 97 questions
- Time limit: 1.5 hours
- Exam fee: $39
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
CJBAT Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CJBAT?
The CJBAT is the Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test, also called the Florida Basic Abilities Test or BAT. FDLE says BAT and CJBAT refer to the same test, and it is used for many Florida law enforcement and corrections basic recruit training paths.
Who does not have to take the CJBAT?
As of July 1, 2022, certain law-enforcement academy candidates are exempt if they are eligible veterans or hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university. FDLE states that this exemption does not apply to corrections academy candidates.
How many questions are on the CJBAT?
The CJBAT has 97 questions total: 47 Behavioral Attributes items, 10 Memorization items, and 40 Written Comprehension, Written Expression, Deductive Reasoning, and Inductive Reasoning items.
What score do I need to pass the CJBAT?
CJBAT passing status requires a score of 70 or higher across all three sections and at least 30 correct out of the 50 questions in Sections II and III. The exam produces pass/fail status, and no scores are provided to candidates, academies, or agencies.
Where can I take the CJBAT?
FDLE says the Basic Abilities Test is administered only within the state of Florida. Registration is available through Pearson VUE, and the candidate handbook directs candidates to Pearson VUE for test-site schedules.
How much does the CJBAT cost?
The Pearson VUE FDLE candidate handbook lists the CJBATCO and CJBATLEO examination fee as $39. The fee is paid at reservation, is not accepted at the test center, and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Can I retake the CJBAT if I fail?
Yes. A new $39 examination fee is required each time, reservations cannot be made at the test center, and candidates must wait 24 hours after a failed examination before making a retake reservation. FDLE also states that the test cannot be taken more than three times per discipline during any 12-month period.
Are CJBAT results official on the Pearson report?
Pearson VUE provides unofficial results on the day of testing, but FDLE says the only controlling result record is the electronic record in FDLE ATMS. Exam results are not given by telephone and cannot be sent to an employer or third party.