The "Fort Apache Syndrome" Refers to

question 13

Multiple Choice

The "Fort Apache syndrome" refers to

• A) the propensity of police officers to get into an "us against them" mode vis-à-vis the public
• B) watching old western movies
• C) police and citizens working together as community protection
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Aspirations

Hopes or ambitions of achieving something.

Merton

Robert K. Merton, an influential sociologist known for developing theories such as the strain theory which explains social structures and their effects on individuals.

Sutherland's Theory

A criminology theory, also known as Differential Association Theory, which posits that criminal behavior is learned through social interactions with others.

Deterrence Doctrine

A theory that argues that the threat of punishment can prevent people from committing crimes.