Florida Correctional Officer Safety Practice Test

Which behavior is typically indicative of manipulation by inmates?

1. Engaging in productive conversations

2. Omitting important details during discussions

3. Observing CO’s interactions with others

4. Participating in prison activities

The correct answer is: Omitting important details during discussions

Omitting important details during discussions is a behavior often seen when inmates are trying to manipulate situations or individuals. This tactic allows inmates to control the narrative, avoid accountability, and potentially gain an advantage, whether that’s sympathy from others or leniency in rules and regulations. By not providing full information, the inmate can create ambiguity that may benefit them, allowing for a form of manipulation in their interactions with correctional officers or other inmates. In contrast, engaging in productive conversations and participating in prison activities can be seen as signs of cooperation and engagement with the correctional environment. Observing COs’ interactions with others may indicate an awareness of social dynamics within the prison but does not directly imply manipulation in the same way that omitting details can.