20 December 2024 - equipment belt quiz

American police commonly carry equipment on their belts that obliges them to hold their hands out to the side, like gunfighters at the ready in a Western. How come?

A. Practicality. Black hats might open fire at any moment.
B. Feasibility. They couldn't afford the infantry fighting vehicle.
C. Simplicity. They're mostly sitting in the car anyway.
D. Hollywood wins again!