Question 1

According to Packer, which of the following is one of the principles under which the crime control model operates?

Accepted Answer

The crime control model, as described by Packer, emphasizes efficiency and speed, likening the system to a conveyor belt that processes cases quickly to suppress crime.

Question 2

Authority is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Authority is the unquestionable entitlement to be obeyed that comes from fulfilling a specific role, as it is based on the legitimacy of the role itself.

Question 3

In relation to community policing and ethics, all of the following is true except:

Accepted Answer

Community policing models do not foster more corruption than traditional law enforcement models. In fact, community policing is often seen as a way to reduce corruption and build trust between police and the community. The other options are all true statements about community policing and ethics.

Question 4

___________ is the right of people in certain roles to use any means to overcome resistance.

Accepted Answer

Power is the right of people in certain roles to use any means to overcome resistance.

Question 5

The public servant model of policing includes all the following except which?

Accepted Answer

The public servant model of policing emphasizes justice, fairness, and the protection of rights, rather than merely processing cases efficiently.

Question 6

The policing strategy that utilizes data analysis to drive decision-making in order to prevent crime is known as:

Accepted Answer

The policing strategy that utilizes data analysis to drive decision-making in order to prevent crime is known as intelligence-led policing. This approach involves gathering and analyzing data to identify crime patterns and allocate resources to prevent and respond to criminal activity. It allows law enforcement agencies to be proactive in their crime-fighting efforts and prioritize areas that are most vulnerable to criminal activity.

Question 7

Cohen and Feldberg include all of the following as ethical standards derived from the social contract except:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cohen and Feldberg include all of the...

Question 8

Wilson's descriptions of the various types of police include all of the following except which?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Wilson's descriptions of the various types of...

Question 9

is different from the other three means of control in that it is physical.

Accepted Answer

Force involves the use of physical power or violence to control or subdue others, while authority, argument, and persuasion rely on non-violent measures such as expertise, logic, or emotional appeal.

Question 10

A shift in police focus away from serving political bosses and toward serving the law was a characteristic of the:

Accepted Answer

The professional era of policing emphasized serving the law and reducing political influence, focusing on efficiency, crime control, and the development of professional standards.

Question 11

A model of law enforcement that addresses underlying problems rather than simply enforcing the law is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Community policing involves building relationships between law enforcement and the community in order to identify and address the root causes of crime, rather than just reacting to it. It focuses on collaboration, problem-solving, and addressing community concerns to improve public safety.

Question 12

Cohen and Feldberg proposed five ethical standards that can be derived from the social contract between society and the individuals. Which of the following is not one of these standards?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cohen and Feldberg proposed five ethical standards...

Question 13

The crime control and due process models were developed by:

Accepted Answer

Herbert Packer developed the crime control and due process models.

Question 14

According to Klockars, what are the four elements of police power?

Accepted Answer

Klockars identifies the four elements of police power as power, persuasion, force, and authority.

Question 15

Persuasion is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Persuasion involves using communication techniques like signs, symbols, words, and arguments to influence others and gain their compliance without using force or coercion.

Question 16

The concepts of community policing, problem-oriented policing, and accountability mechanisms are components of which model of policing?

Accepted Answer

Community policing, problem-oriented policing, and accountability mechanisms are all components of preventive policing. Preventive policing focuses on preventing crime from happening in the first place, rather than reacting to it after it has already occurred.

Question 17

According to Packer, which of the following is one of the principles under which the due process model operates?

Accepted Answer

Packer argues that the due process model prioritizes the protection of the process as much as the protection of citizens. This means that the fairness and integrity of the legal system are just as important as ensuring the guilt or innocence of the accused. Option B is incorrect because efficiency is a principle of the crime control model, not the due process model. Option C is also incorrect because the due process model assumes the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Finally, option D is another principle of the crime control model, which emphasizes speed and finality over due process protections.

Question 18

Force is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Force is defined as the use of physical coercion to overcome the will of the individual.

Question 19

The crime control approach is consistent with the following except:

Accepted Answer

The crime control approach views police officers as enforcers against criminals, prioritizing efficiency and treating criminals as the enemy, which contrasts with the idea of serving all people.

Question 20

Muir's typology of police styles includes which of the following:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Muir's typology of police styles includes which...

Quiz 5: The Police Role in Society: Crime Fighter or Public Servant