Which of the Following Is Most Characteristic of the Legalistic

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most characteristic of the legalistic style of policing?

• A)Keeping order through informal police intervention
• B)Enforcing the letter of the law
• C)Working with social services and other agencies
• D)A focus on violations of social norms that do not break the law

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Definitions:

Puberty

The developmental phase in humans and other primates marked by the maturation of the reproductive system, leading to reproductive ability.

Adolescents

Individuals in the developmental stage of transition from childhood to adulthood, typically characterized by changes in physical, psychological, and social structures.

Identity

Our sense of self; according to Erikson, the adolescent’s task is to solidify a sense of self by testing and integrating various roles.

Competence

The ability to do something successfully or efficiently, often referring to a specific skill set or level of expertise.