Which Statement Reflects Research Findings About Police Officer Attributes That

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement reflects research findings about police officer attributes that are associated with police use of force in encounter situations?

• A) Female officers are reluctant to use coercive force.
• B) Younger officers are less likely to use coercive force.
• C) Officers with a university degree are more likely to use force.
• D) Officers with fewer years of experience are more likely to use force.

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