The Most Important Misperception of Public Attitudes Experienced by Police

question 18

Multiple Choice

The most important misperception of public attitudes experienced by police officers results from

• A)police protection.
• B)new media reports.
• C)selective contact.
• D)too little enforcement.

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Definitions:

Subjective Experiences

Personal, individual perceptions or feelings that may not be observable or measurable by others.

Future Focused

Pertains to an orientation or mindset that emphasizes the importance of goals, plans, and actions concerning future outcomes and successes.

Flow

A mental state of being fully immersed and engaged in an activity, often resulting in a loss of a sense of time and self.

Positive Emotion

Feelings that are generally beneficial to emotional health and well-being, such as happiness, joy, or love.