Question 1

Muir tried to make the point that

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Muir's point is about the responsibility of a mature man for the consequences of his conduct. The other options are not related to the main point of his argument.

Question 2

refers to violent or rude treatment carried out by the police against citizens judged to be troublemakers.

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Rough justice

Question 3

At some point in their careers, police officers will find themselves in means-ends conflicts, situations in which the good goal cannot be accomplished by the legal procedure.

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means-ends conflicts

Question 4

refers to the ethical concern that means used to achieve ends should conform to broad considerations of human values, particularly as those values are embodied in legal and administrative due process.

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Question 5

Muir's recommendation for officers faced with means-ends conflicts was to combine passion with .

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Question 6

An example of the power of self is

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Question 7

In order to understand and control police brutality, it is necessary to recognize

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Question 8

The British Broadcasting Company Prison Study examined

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The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) Prison Study specifically examined and replicated the Stanford Prison Experiment, which investigated the effects of institutional power and authority on individual behavior in a simulated prison environment. It did not involve street justice, reform at Abu Ghraib, or the "Dirty Harry" problem.

Question 9

According to Van Maanen, "assholes" are

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According to Van Maanen, "assholes" are citizens who challenge police control of their territory. They are individuals who resist police authority or assert their own authority over a certain area, creating a sense of tension between themselves and the police. This can lead to confrontations and escalating levels of force, ultimately undermining the legitimacy of policing in that area.

Question 10

Early definitions of police culture were stated in terms of "informal organization," which meant that

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The concept of an "informal organization" within police culture refers to the development of unwritten rules and norms for behavior among members, often separate from official policies and procedures. This can result in cliques or subgroups forming, which can have an impact on communication and decision-making within the organization.

Question 11

Dedication to the noble cause, concern for victims, and "running toward the tower" are examples of

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These are examples of subcultural traits, which refer to the values and behaviors that are characteristic of a particular group, such as first responders or emergency personnel, who often display dedication and bravery in crisis situations.

Question 12

The power of self is the power of the police to lead the public by

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The power of self is referring to the power of the police's own actions and behavior, which sets an example for the public to follow. This is not about legal authority, teaching self-esteem, or assertiveness.

Question 13

Police officers have three ways to get people to do what they want them to do, the power of the purse, the power of the word, and

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Coercion is the most appropriate third option for police officers to get people to comply with their demands. While perspective, cynicism, and the noble cause may all factor into an officer's approach to a situation, coercion is the most effective tool they have at their disposal, whether that takes the form of physical force or the threat of legal repercussions.

Question 14

When we say police can "smell the victim's blood," we mean they

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Question 15

The power to show others right behavior through example is the .

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Question 16

The operative assumption of guilt means

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The operative assumption of guilt refers to the predisposition or bias, often on the part of law enforcement or other authorities, to assume that individuals they are dealing with are guilty of a crime or wrongdoing. This can influence their actions and decisions in a way that may not be fair or just.

Question 17

In Crank's anthropological notion of culture as applied to the police, he notes that

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Crank emphasizes that culture is not static and unchanging, but rather is constantly being created, negotiated, and transformed through social interactions. This perspective is particularly relevant to the police, as their culture and practices are shaped by their social interactions with each other, with other criminal justice professionals, and with members of the community. The other choices in the question (A, B, and D) do not accurately reflect Crank's perspective on culture or its application to the police.

Question 18

The noble cause is a profound moral commitment to make the world a safer place to live.

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Question 19

According to Muir, lies in the ability to reconcile the use of force with a belief in just means.

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Question 20

Making choices and determining courses of behavior based on personal morality is called value-based decisionmaking.

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Quiz 1: Value-Based Decision Making: Understanding the Ethics of Noble Cause