Agencies that reflect the population they serve are more likely to function properly, be responsive to the needs and desires of minority populations, and enhance legitimacy of the public agency. Such an agency is known as a _____.

a. Police culture.
b. Representative bureaucracy.
c. Merit system.
d. Learning organization.


Answer: b. Representative bureaucracy.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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