Which of the following statements is true of detectives?

A. They are lower in the police chain of command than are patrol officers.
B. Their job is primarily preventive in nature.
C. Their job is limited to law enforcement.
D. They have been the focus of much more reform attention than patrol officers.


Answer: C

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