Why Are Most Departments Below Their Authorized Strength

question 70

Multiple Choice

Why are most departments below their authorized strength?

• A)Police budgets are not large enough to cover the hiring of more officers.
• B)Nationwide, police have high turnover.
• C)Most police departments have a hard time retaining officers.
• D)This is due to retirements, resignations, and terminations.

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