Which of the following is not one of Broderick's police operation styles?

• A. Realists
• B. Conservators
• C. Optimists
• D. Pragmatists

Answer: (C)

In Broderick’s framework, police operation styles describe how officers interpret their role and approach crime, community needs, and professional norms. The three recognized styles are Realists, Conservators, and Pragmatists. Realists focus on practical outcomes and police effectiveness in reducing crime, sometimes prioritizing results over strict procedural wrappings. Conservators emphasize maintaining public order and social norms, valuing tradition and deference to community expectations. Pragmatists blend street experience with professional standards, adapting tactics to the situation and balancing multiple interests.

Optimists, while a positive attitude, is not listed as a formal style in Broderick’s typology. That’s why it’s the correct answer: it is not one of his police operation styles.