Thinking of the Police Function Mainly as Law Enforcement Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

Thinking of the police function mainly as law enforcement is misleading because:

• A) what the police mainly do is hassle people
• B) the police have discretion and often choose not to enforce the law
• C) everybody breaks the law and most are never caught
• D) the main duties of the police are social services that have nothing to do with the law

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology term describing the strengthening of a behavior because a negative condition is stopped or avoided.

Desirable Behavior

Actions or conduct considered beneficial or appropriate within a specific context, often encouraged through positive reinforcement.

Positive Consequence

A favorable result or outcome that occurs as a result of an action or decision.

Negative Consequence

An unfavorable result or effect that occurs as a result of an action or decision.