Civil Service Protections Limit the Ability of Chiefs to Hire

question 25

Short Answer

Civil service protections limit the ability of chiefs to hire, reward, or punish officers.

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Definitions:

Tibia

A large bone in the lower leg (shinbone) that runs below the knee to the ankle, and is a key component in supporting the body’s weight.

Cast

A protective shell, usually made of plaster or fiberglass, that immobilizes a broken bone to ensure proper alignment and healing.

Rhonchi

Low-pitched, rattling lung sounds that suggest blockage or secretion in the large airways.