Master the Waves: APCO Police Communications Practice Test 2026 – Become the Voice of Confidence!

Reading rank insignia is about recognizing how symbols on shoulder or collar convey hierarchy. The number and type of devices—like stars—increase with rank. Two stars are a common marking for the rank of Inspector, placing it above lower ranks and below the higher executive ranks. The Chief of Police, Deputy Chief, and Superintendent typically use more elaborate insignia (such as additional stars, crowns, or other emblems) to indicate their senior position. So, within this standard scheme, two stars best match the Inspector rank.