In the Context of the Rules of Law Enforcement, A(n)

question 35

Multiple Choice

In the context of the rules of law enforcement, a(n) _____ is the act of taking possession of a person or property by the government because of a (suspected) violation of the law.

• A) deposition
• B) seizure
• C) injunction
• D) frisk

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Definitions:

Social Classes

Categories of individuals in a society grouped according to their societal status, often based on wealth, occupation, or family heritage.

Hierarchical Ranking

The organization of entities or individuals in a structure where some hold higher positions or status than others, often leading to differentiated treatment or access to resources.

Conflict Theorists

Sociologists who view social life as a competition, emphasizing the role of coercion and power in producing social order, often focusing on class, race, and gender struggles.

Davis-Moore Thesis

A theory suggesting that social stratification is beneficial to society because it ensures that the most capable individuals occupy the most important roles.