Which of the Following Is a Common Misconception About the Use

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common misconception about the use of force? Police shoot ______.

• A) to minimize harm to others
• B) to kill
• C) at the center mass
• D) to stop the threat

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Definitions:

Drive Reduction

A motivation theory that suggests behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal drives of tension or arousal that arise from unmet needs.

Pleasure Principle

A psychoanalytic concept suggesting that individuals seek pleasure and avoid pain to satisfy their biological and psychological needs.

Optimal Arousal

A theory suggesting there is a level of arousal that is ideal for facilitating optimal performance on a task or activity.

Incentives

Rewards or stimuli that motivate individuals to perform actions or behaviors, often used to encourage desired outcomes.