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Key Facts: CO State Trooper Exam

~136

Multiple-Choice Items

Colorado State Patrol / CWH-NGLE

~3 hr 15 min

Exam Time Limit

CWH-NGLE administration

70%

Passing Score

Colorado State Patrol

$0

Exam Fee

Colorado State Patrol

21 yrs

Minimum Age

Colorado State Patrol

Online

Proctored Format

Colorado State Patrol

The Colorado State Patrol cadet/trooper written exam is the CWH-NGLE, an online proctored test of about 136 multiple-choice items in roughly 3 hours 15 minutes. It pairs a cognitive section (reading, grammar, reasoning) with a large situational-judgment section. There is no exam fee, and a score of 70% passes. Only the highest-scoring applicants advance to the background investigation, polygraph, and oral interviews.

Sample CO State Trooper Practice Questions

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1A passage on a trooper's incident report states: "At 14:20, Trooper Reyes responded to a two-vehicle collision on northbound I-25 near mile marker 196. Both drivers refused medical attention." According to the passage, what time did Trooper Reyes respond?
A.2:20 p.m.
B.4:20 p.m.
C.2:20 a.m.
D.12:20 p.m.
Explanation: The time 14:20 is written in 24-hour (military) format. To convert any time after 12:00 to standard time, subtract 12 from the hour: 14 - 12 = 2, so 14:20 is 2:20 p.m. Reading comprehension items on the NGLE reward extracting an exact fact directly from the passage.
2Read the passage: "Colorado State Patrol policy requires troopers to activate emergency lights before initiating a traffic stop and to notify dispatch of the vehicle's location and plate. Only after dispatch acknowledges should the trooper approach the vehicle." Based on the passage, what must happen immediately before the trooper approaches the vehicle?
A.Dispatch must acknowledge the trooper
B.The driver must roll down the window
C.The trooper must write the citation
D.Backup must arrive on scene
Explanation: The passage states the trooper may approach "only after dispatch acknowledges." The acknowledgement is therefore the immediate prerequisite to approach. Reading items often test sequence words such as "before," "after," and "only after."
3A passage reads: "Visibility was reduced to less than a quarter mile because of dense fog along the mountain corridor. The trooper reduced speed and increased following distance." What can be reasonably inferred about why the trooper changed driving behavior?
A.Poor visibility made the road more dangerous
B.The trooper was lost in the mountains
C.Traffic laws change at higher elevations
D.The patrol vehicle was malfunctioning
Explanation: The passage links the dense fog and reduced visibility to the trooper's decision to slow down and increase following distance. The most reasonable inference is that the hazardous conditions prompted the safer driving. Inference items require reading beyond the literal words to the logical cause.
4Passage: "All commercial vehicles exceeding 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight rating must stop at designated ports of entry. Vehicles under that threshold may bypass the port unless directed otherwise by a trooper." A truck rated at 24,000 pounds approaches the port. According to the passage, the truck driver may:
A.Bypass the port unless a trooper directs otherwise
B.Always stop at the port regardless of weight
C.Avoid the highway entirely
D.Stop only at night
Explanation: Because 24,000 pounds is below the 26,000-pound threshold, the truck falls into the category that "may bypass the port unless directed otherwise by a trooper." Applying a numeric rule from a passage to a specific case is a common NGLE reading task.
5Passage: "The witness reported seeing a silver sedan traveling at high speed, weaving between lanes, before it exited at Exit 217. She did not see the driver clearly." Which statement is supported by the passage?
A.The witness could describe the car but not the driver
B.The witness identified the driver by name
C.The car exited at Exit 271
D.The car was traveling slowly
Explanation: The passage says the witness described the car (silver sedan, high speed, weaving) but "did not see the driver clearly." Only the first option is consistent with both facts. Detail-matching items reward checking each choice against the exact text.
6Passage: "Troopers are encouraged to use plain language on the radio rather than coded signals so that allied agencies can understand transmissions during multi-jurisdiction incidents." The main idea of this passage is that:
A.Plain language improves communication across agencies
B.Coded signals are illegal in Colorado
C.Troopers should avoid using the radio
D.Allied agencies do not respond to incidents
Explanation: The passage's central point is that plain language helps allied agencies understand transmissions during shared incidents. Main-idea questions ask for the overall point, not a minor detail. The other options either overstate or contradict the text.
7Passage: "A trooper documented the following in order: secured the scene, rendered first aid, identified witnesses, then photographed the vehicles." Which action did the trooper perform second?
A.Rendered first aid
B.Secured the scene
C.Identified witnesses
D.Photographed the vehicles
Explanation: The listed order is: (1) secured the scene, (2) rendered first aid, (3) identified witnesses, (4) photographed the vehicles. The second action is rendering first aid. Ordering items reward tracking the sequence precisely.
8Passage: "The new policy takes effect on the first business day of next month. Until then, the previous procedure remains in force." If today is the 28th of the month and the 1st falls on a Saturday, when does the new policy first apply?
A.The following Monday
B.This coming Saturday
C.Immediately today
D.The 28th of next month
Explanation: The policy starts on the "first business day" of next month. Since the 1st is a Saturday (not a business day), the first business day is the following Monday. The item tests careful reading of a conditional date rule.
9Passage: "Although the storm delayed the convoy, the troopers completed the escort without incident and returned to the post ahead of schedule." The word "although" signals that:
A.A contrast exists between the delay and the successful outcome
B.The storm caused the escort to fail
C.The troopers returned late
D.The convoy never departed
Explanation: The word "although" introduces a contrast: despite the delay, the outcome was successful and even early. Recognizing signal words like although, however, and despite helps readers grasp relationships between ideas.
10Passage: "Eligible applicants must be at least 21 years old by the academy start date and possess a valid driver's license. Applicants who are 20 may apply if they will turn 21 before the academy begins." A 20-year-old applicant who turns 21 two weeks after the academy starts is:
A.Not eligible, because they turn 21 after the academy begins
B.Eligible, because they applied while 20
C.Eligible, because age does not matter
D.Not eligible, because they have no license
Explanation: The rule requires turning 21 BEFORE the academy begins. An applicant turning 21 two weeks AFTER the start date does not meet the deadline and is not eligible. The license is unrelated to this particular determination.

About the CO State Trooper Exam

The Colorado State Patrol Cadet/Trooper Written Examination is the entry-level written test for applicants seeking to become Colorado State Troopers. CSP uses the CWH Next Generation Entry-Level Law Enforcement Aptitude Test (CWH-NGLE), an online proctored exam of roughly 136 multiple-choice items completed in approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The exam combines a cognitive-ability section measuring reading comprehension, grammar, and reasoning with a large situational-judgment section measuring traits such as integrity, conscientiousness, emotional stability, and community interaction. A score of 70% is required to pass, and only the highest-scoring applicants are invited to continue into the background investigation, polygraph, application review board, and oral interview phases.

Questions

136 scored questions

Time Limit

Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

No exam fee (Colorado State Patrol, using the IOS CWH Next Generation Entry-Level Law Enforcement Aptitude Test (CWH-NGLE))

CO State Trooper Exam Content Outline

~28%

Reading Comprehension

Fact extraction, inference, sequencing, and rule application from procedural, policy, and incident-report passages

~22%

Written Communication (Grammar & Spelling)

Grammar, punctuation, spelling, word choice, sentence structure, and objective report-writing conventions

~20%

Situational Judgment

Trooper scenarios on de-escalation, ethics and integrity, discretion, prioritization, emotional stability, and community interaction

~18%

Reasoning

Conditional, deductive, and inductive reasoning, logical ordering, analogies, and number/letter series

~12%

Basic Math

Arithmetic, percentages, fractions, averages, rate-and-distance, elapsed time, and practical word problems

How to Pass the CO State Trooper Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 136 questions
  • Time limit: Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Exam fee: No exam fee

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CO State Trooper Study Tips from Top Performers

1Practice procedural and policy passages under time — fact extraction, inference, and rule application reward careful, fast reading.
2Drill grammar, punctuation, spelling, and word-choice items, then practice rewriting report sentences in clear, objective, active voice.
3Anchor situational-judgment answers in integrity, de-escalation, and community service rather than aggression or personal preference.
4Work conditional-reasoning and logical-ordering items by diagramming the rules and lining up clues into a single sequence.
5Review basic math fundamentals — percentages, fractions, averages, rate-and-distance, and elapsed time — since calculations appear in reasoning items.
6Aim well above the 70% pass point; CSP advances only the highest-scoring applicants, so margin matters.
7Confirm your CSP announcement, application steps, scheduling link, and online-proctoring setup well before exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Colorado State Patrol trooper written exam?

It is the entry-level written test for Colorado State Trooper applicants. CSP uses the CWH Next Generation Entry-Level Law Enforcement Aptitude Test (CWH-NGLE), an online proctored exam of about 136 multiple-choice items covering cognitive ability and situational judgment.

Who administers and develops the exam?

The exam is administered through the Colorado State Patrol hiring process and is the CWH-NGLE, a test developed by IOS (originally created by CWH Research). Applicants apply through the State of Colorado's CoJobs portal and are emailed a link to schedule the online exam.

How many questions are on the exam and how long is it?

The CWH-NGLE for Colorado State Patrol is approximately 136 multiple-choice items, completed in roughly 3 hours and 15 minutes, which includes time for instructions.

What score do I need to pass?

A score of 70% is required to pass the written exam. However, only the highest-scoring applicants from each announcement are advanced to the next phases, so a strong score above the minimum improves your standing.

What sections are on the exam?

The exam covers a cognitive-ability section (reading comprehension, grammar, and reasoning) and a large situational-judgment section measuring traits such as integrity, conscientiousness, emotional stability, and community interaction. Our practice set also includes basic math word problems for well-rounded preparation.

Is there a fee, and can I test remotely?

There is no exam fee. The CWH-NGLE for CSP is administered as an online proctored exam, so candidates take it remotely after receiving a scheduling link from Human Resources. A reliable internet connection and a quiet space are required.

Does the exam include math?

The current CWH-NGLE focuses on reading, grammar, reasoning, and situational judgment; the older CWH-SSLE version included math. We include basic math word problems in this practice set because Colorado State Patrol study materials reference reading, grammar, and basic math skills, and the reasoning items often involve simple calculations.

What comes after passing the written exam?

Higher-scoring applicants advance through a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, an Appointing Authority Structured Application Review Board, and oral interviews in Golden, Colorado. A conditional offer is followed by a psychological inventory, drug screen, and medical clearance before academy training.