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... > social science subjects > psychology > cognitive psychology > learning and perception > cognitive processes > perception (psychology) > action (perception) > response time
... > social science subjects > psychology > cognitive psychology > perception (psychology) > action (perception) > response time
... > social science subjects > criminology and criminal justice > criminology > law enforcement > communications > response time
... > social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > social psychology research > methods > response time

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response time  

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  • Response time is a commonly used indicator of police effectiveness and efficiency often measured as the length of time between a citizen call for service and an on-scene response by police. A faster response is considered more desirable, increasing the likelihood of an on-scene or near-scene apprehension of an offender and preventing citizen dissatisfaction with police. [Source: Encyclopedia of Law Enforcement; Response Time]

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