Officer Friel has just pulled over a motorist exceeding the speed limit by 40 miles per hour. When he
approached the vehicle, he recognizes the driver as his best friend's daughter. Officer Friel is aware that the
young lady has had some money problems and the last thing she can afford is a $200 speeding ticket that will
also raise her insurance rates. At this point, which of the following terms best describes the position facing
Officer Friel?
A) Officer Friel is experiencing role strain.
B) Officer Friel is experiencing role conflict.
C) Officer Friel is now engaged in role reversal.
D) Officer Friel is faced with status inconsistency.
Officer Friel is experiencing role conflict. Role conflict is a situation in which someone is expected to play 2 incompatible roles. In this case he is an officer and he is also the friend. Which side does he choose.
