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Which of the following would NOT be an example of “use of force” during an arrest

Placing a suspect in a choke hold

Slapping a non-compliant suspect in the head to get his attention

Pushing a suspect because he is not moving fast enough

None of the above

The correct answer is "None of the above" because all the actions listed in the options (A, B, and C) can be considered as "use of force" during an arrest. An arrest refers to the act of apprehending a person to answer a criminal charge. Use of force, in this context, refers to physical coercion, restraint or any form of aggressive action used to achieve compliance, subdue or apprehend an individual. In option A, placing a suspect in a chokehold implies physical restraint which is a form of force. Moreover, in Ontario, Canada (the jurisdiction mentioned in the question), chokeholds aren't a recommended or an approved tactic in most law enforcement agencies due to concerns about excessive use of force and potential for serious injury or death. Option B, slapping a non-compliant suspect in the head, is also an application of force as it entails striking the individual, though such an act, especially in this manner, could be considered inappropriate or unreasonable depending on the circumstance. In option C, pushing a suspect because he/she is not moving fast enough, is also use of force, as this act involves physically moving or compelling a person through physical contact or coercion. Therefore, as each of these scenarios involves

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