Which code indicates Officer needs assistance?

Which code indicates Officer needs assistance?

• A. Code 11w
• B. Code 13
• C. Code 16a
• D. Code 15

Answer: (B)

In this system, numeric codes streamline radio traffic by signaling specific situations quickly. A code designated for an officer needing assistance is meant to immediately convey a higher-priority request for help, prompting dispatch and nearby units to respond without delay and with caution. Code 13 fits that purpose precisely, signaling “I need assistance” and triggering the rapid response workflow. This direct link to urgent support makes it the best choice. The other codes point to different situations or statuses rather than a direct call for help, so they wouldn’t reliably indicate an officer requires assistance.

In this system, numeric codes streamline radio traffic by signaling specific situations quickly. A code designated for an officer needing assistance is meant to immediately convey a higher-priority request for help, prompting dispatch and nearby units to respond without delay and with caution.

Code 13 fits that purpose precisely, signaling “I need assistance” and triggering the rapid response workflow. This direct link to urgent support makes it the best choice.

The other codes point to different situations or statuses rather than a direct call for help, so they wouldn’t reliably indicate an officer requires assistance.