In jurisdictions with populations greater than 100,000, approximately 7 percent of police contacts involve ________________________, which can be some of the most dangerous calls that officers face.

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The question states that the police contacts involve a population greater than 100,000, and approximately 7 percent of these involve a particular group which can be dangerous for the officers. The best choice is C, the mentally ill, as interactions with individuals who suffer from mental illness can be unpredictable, and may involve violence or self-harm. The other answer choices may also involve dangerous situations, but the question specifies a particular group with a higher risk for officers.

In Jurisdictions with Populations Greater Than 100,000, Approximately 7 Percent