The Majority of Recent Studies Have Found That the Police

question 32

Multiple Choice

The majority of recent studies have found that the police "working personality" comes from:

• A)the officer's teenage years
• B)the socialization process in the police academy, field training, and patrol experience
• C)the officer's early experiences as a child
• D)the officer's adulthood

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Definitions:

Participants Responses

Refers to the reactions or feedback provided by individuals involved in a study, experiment, or any form of group activity.

Socially Desirable Responding

The tendency of respondents to answer questions in a manner that will be viewed favorably by others.

Sampling Bias

A flaw in the sampling process that leads to a sample that is not representative of the population, potentially distorting study results or conclusions.

Response Stereotyping

The assumption that individuals in certain roles will behave in a predictable manner based on societal stereotypes.