Why is it important for officers to understand what stereotypes and myths exist regarding Latino/Hispanic Americans (and other ethnic and racial minorities)?

What will be an ideal response?


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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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