Patrol patterns can be conducted in which modes?

• A. Vehicle and foot
• B. Air and water
• C. Vehicle only
• D. Foot only

Answer: (A)

Patrol patterns are about how an observer moves through an area to monitor activity and respond to incidents. Both moving by vehicle and patrolling on foot are common ways to cover space effectively: a vehicle patrol quickly surveys larger areas and reaches distant points, while a foot patrol allows close-up observation, access to tight spaces, and a stronger presence in high-visibility areas. Using both modes provides flexible, thorough coverage, blending broad reach with detailed viewing and rapid local response. Options that rely on only one mode miss the benefits of the other, and terms like air or water patrols refer to different environments and methods not typically described as ground patrol patterns.