Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Watchman Style

question 144

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of watchman style of policing?

• A) Ignoring minor violations of the law
• B) Broad discretionary ability
• C) Sometimes produces discrimination
• D) Make arrest for flagrant violations
• E) All of these are characteristics of the watchman style.

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Definitions:

Duty of Accounting

The obligation of a party (usually a fiduciary) to keep accurate records and report financial activity to relevant stakeholders or authorities.

Agent Owe

The duty or obligation an agent has to act in the best interest of the principal, including loyalty, care, and full disclosure.

Principal

In finance, the principal is the initial amount of a loan or the amount of an investment excluding any interest or profit earned.

Agency by Ratification

An arrangement where a principal formally approves an act performed by someone who did not have the authority to act as their agent at the time of the act.