In the context of the officer ______,fighting an inmate was seen as an expression of masculinity and machismo.

A) subculture
B) status
C) control
D) power

Officer Subculture

A set of norms and values shared among police officers, shaped by unique aspects of their work environment.

Masculinity

A set of attributes, behaviors, and roles traditionally associated with boys and men, often culturally defined.

Machismo

A cultural attitude or practice that emphasizes masculine pride and the domination of women, often associated with Latin American societies.