Which concept provides consistency in an organization in that every officer reports to a superior officer and allows for coordination and communication?

A) specialization
B) functional supervision
C) span of control
D) chain of command


D) chain of command

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Many argue that if police are permitted wide discretion, a high level of ______ should match it.

a. professionalism b. accountability c. subjectiveness [should this be “Subjectivity”?] d. ethics

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_______________ is the cumulative effect of high "rates of inner-city joblessness, teenage pregnancy, out-of-wedlock births, female-headed families, welfare dependency, and serious crime."

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which prevention strategy targets high-risk youth who have risk factors for gang joining and who may already be exposed to gangs?

a. Primary prevention b. Secondary prevention c. Tertiary intervention d. Suppression intervention

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When are arrest warrants required?

a. to arrest one on a public street or place b. to arrest one staying at a friend's house c. to arrest one who runs inside from police d. to arrest one for not wearing a seatbelt

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