When a police officer is compelled to use force, which standard or standards will courts use when determining whether such force was reasonable?

I. "Standing in your shoes"
II. "The actions of a reasonable officer"
III. "Triangle of deadly force"

A) I only
B) I, II
C) II, III
D) I, II, III


Answer: B

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A. The concept that police only work with prosecutors when they are forced B. The concept that individuals on probation will just end up in prison C. The concept that offenders go to prison, get out of prison, and then return to prison D. The concept that police regularly train with military personnel

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If a bargain can be reached before trial, the child will be asked to do which of the following?

A. Accept personal responsibility and commit to community service B. Admit they did the act of which they were accused in open court C. Be placed in a community-based treatment programs for some months D. To attend programs that will prevent further offenses

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. writing a letter b. finding a sponsor c. making a phone call d. offering a financial reward

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