Statement: "Crime rates dropped after community policing was introduced." Conclusion:
Correct answer: A. Community policing was effective
- A. Community policing was effective
- B. Police retired
- C. Laws changed
- D. Neighborhoods are rich
Explanation
The correct conclusion is that community policing was effective. The statement provides a causal link between the introduction of community policing and the observed drop in crime rates, suggesting its effectiveness. Option B, 'Police retired,' is unrelated as the statement does not mention retirement. Option C, 'Laws changed,' suggests a different cause not mentioned in the statement. Option D, 'Neighborhoods are rich,' introduces a socioeconomic factor that is irrelevant to the given scenario of community policing impacting crime rates.
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