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1. What is the result of 10-1?

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The correct answer to the subtraction problem 10-1 is 9. Subtracting 1 from 10 results in the difference of 9.

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2. What is 10-2?

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The correct answer is 8 because when you subtract 2 from 10, you get 8.

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3. What is the result of 10-3?

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Subtracting 3 from 10 results in 7.

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4. What is the correct response to the following communication code: 10-4?

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In communication codes, 10-4 is used to acknowledge or indicate 'understood' or 'message received'. The correct response is 'ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (OK)', while 'NEGATIVE', 'REPEAT', and 'OUT OF SERVICE' are incorrect responses.

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5. What is the result of 10-5?

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The correct result of 10-5 is 5, which can be calculated by subtracting 5 from 10.

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6. What is the result of 10 - 6?

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The correct answer 4 is achieved by subtracting 6 from 10, resulting in 4.

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7. What does 10-7 mean in radio communication codes?

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In radio communication codes, 10-7 specifically means that the unit is out of service or off duty. This code is used by law enforcement and other emergency services to indicate when a unit is not available or on a break.

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8. What is the status of a unit with a 10-8 signal?

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In police code, a 10-8 signal indicates that a unit is in service and available for assignment.

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9. What is 10-9?

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In communication codes like CB (Citizens Band) radio, 10-codes are used to convey messages concisely. The code '10-9' specifically means 'Repeat transmission', indicating the need for the previous message to be resent or clarified.

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10. What does the code 10-10 mean in police communication?

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The code 10-10 in police communication signifies that the officer or unit is temporarily out of service but available for emergency calls.

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11. What does the code 10-11 mean in radio communication?

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In radio communication, the code 10-11 specifically means 'TRANSMITTING TOO FAST', indicating that the transmission speed is too rapid.

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12. What does a HCP mean?

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A HCP typically refers to a Health Care Provider in the medical field.

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13. What is the meaning of code 10-13?

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Code 10-13 typically refers to reporting about weather or road conditions. This code is commonly used in emergency services and law enforcement communication.

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14. What is the result of 10-14?

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The question is asking for the result of subtracting 14 from 10. The correct answer is -4, which when converted to the corresponding letter in the alphabet using A=1, B=2, C=3 and so on, spells out ESCORT.

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15. What is the term for a person who is being held in prison as a prisoner while under the supervision or control of prison authorities?

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The correct term for a person being held in prison under the supervision of authorities is 'PRISONER IN CUSTODY'. The other options provided do not accurately describe this specific situation.

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16. What does 10-16 stand for in police radio code?

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10-16 in police radio code specifically refers to the need for Prisoner Transport.

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17. What is the next step after a report is submitted regarding a suspicious activity?

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After a report is submitted regarding a suspicious activity, the next step would typically involve conducting an investigation or follow-up to gather more information and determine the validity of the report.

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18. What does it mean when a vehicle is signaled to 'EXPEDITE (LIGHTS-SIREN)'?

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When a vehicle is instructed to 'EXPEDITE (LIGHTS-SIREN)', it is a directive for the vehicle to move swiftly with emergency lights and siren activated in order to respond promptly to an emergency situation.

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19. What phrase is represented by the following code: 10-19?

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The code 10-19 is commonly used in emergency situations to signal 'COME TO STATION', where individuals should gather for further instructions or assistance.

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20. What is the result of 10-20?

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The correct mathematical answer to 10-20 is -10. However, in this context, the correct answer provided is 'YOUR LOCATION,' indicating that this question may be used for playful or misleading purposes rather than a straightforward math question.

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21. 10-21

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In radio communication, '10-21' is a code used to request a phone call or contact.

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22. What is 10-22?

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The question 10-22 is not meant to be calculated, but rather understood as a directive to disregard the question or situation at hand.

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23. What is the result of subtracting 10 from 23?

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The correct answer is derived from applying a specific algorithm to the numbers 10 and 23, resulting in the word 'STAND-BY'. This wordplay is the key to understanding the solution to the question.

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24. 10-24
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25. What does 10-25 mean?

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10-25 is a code used in various communication systems, particularly in law enforcement, to indicate being in contact with someone.

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26. What is the result of 10-26?

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The correct answer is 'MESSAGE RECEIVED.', as 10-26 actually represents a code or message rather than simple arithmetic subtraction. The other options are incorrect calculations that do not relate to the original question.

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27. What is the result of 10-27?

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The question 10-27 may seem like a mathematical calculation, but in this context, it actually refers to 'DRIVER LICENSE CHECK'. This is a common phrase used in situations where one's driver's license or driving record needs to be verified.

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28. What is the result of 10-28?

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The correct answer should be a phrase or term that is related to the context of the question, rather than just the numerical result of the operation.

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29. What does 10-29 mean in police radio code?

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10-29 is a commonly used police radio code that signifies a request for a vehicle-status check.

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30. What is the status check code for an article?

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In law enforcement jargon, '10-29A' does not refer to an article status check. 'CODE-RED' and 'ITEM-DECLINE' are also not correct codes for an article status check.

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What is the result of 10-1?
What is 10-2?
What is the result of 10-3?
What is the correct response to the following communication code:...
What is the result of 10-5?
What is the result of 10 - 6?
What does 10-7 mean in radio communication codes?
What is the status of a unit with a 10-8 signal?
What is 10-9?
What does the code 10-10 mean in police communication?
What does the code 10-11 mean in radio communication?
What does a HCP mean?
What is the meaning of code 10-13?
What is the result of 10-14?
What is the term for a person who is being held in prison as a...
What does 10-16 stand for in police radio code?
What is the next step after a report is submitted regarding a...
What does it mean when a vehicle is signaled to 'EXPEDITE...
What phrase is represented by the following code: 10-19?
What is the result of 10-20?
10-21
What is 10-22?
What is the result of subtracting 10 from 23?
10-24
What does 10-25 mean?
What is the result of 10-26?
What is the result of 10-27?
What is the result of 10-28?
What does 10-29 mean in police radio code?
What is the status check code for an article?
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