Madalyn has always wanted to be a police officer. She cannot wait to be on the street and chasing down bad guys. In her first month on the job, she makes two arrests and addresses mostly noise complaints and traffic incidents. What is the most logical reason why?
A. Females are treated differently in policing.
B. Police officers engage more in order maintenance than crime-related activities.
C. Investigation is a key role that police officers fulfill.
D. According to the UCR, crime rates are decreasing.
Answer: B
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