An officer stops a citizen who is driving a few miles over the speed limit.When the officer begins talking to the driver, the driver expresses anger at being pulled over.The driver continues to note that the chief of police is a close friend, so it won't matter if a citation is issued, he won't be paying any fines.The officer decides to issue the driver a speeding ticket.Which of the following likely played the largest role in the officer's decision to issues a speeding ticket?

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The citizen's attitude likely played the largest role in the officer's decision to issue a speeding ticket, as expressing anger and implying that consequences won't matter due to connections can be perceived as disrespectful or an attempt to undermine the officer's authority.

An Officer Stops a Citizen Who Is Driving a Few