How effective is community policing?

a. Research suggests that community policing is the most effective strategy for
reducing crime rates.
b. Research has found that residents like community policing, but it has little impact
on crime rates.
c. Research has shown that while community policing has some support, it
engenders significant criticism from neighborhood residents.
d. Research suggests that community policing temporarily suppresses crime but
causes political backlash and civilian discontent.


Answer: B

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