The Use of Force Continuum is described as ordering levels of resistance from least to greatest.

• A. It orders from greatest to least intensity
• B. It orders from least to greatest intensity
• C. It groups by weapon type
• D. It ignores non-lethal options

Answer: (B)

The Use of Force Continuum is a framework that matches an officer’s response to the subject’s resistance, moving from the least intrusive options to more assertive ones as resistance increases. Because it progresses in order of increasing intensity, the statement that it orders levels from least to greatest is the correct description. This structure helps ensure a proportional response and provides opportunities for de-escalation when possible.

It isn’t organized by weapon type, and it doesn’t skip non-lethal options—the continuum includes non-lethal tools and techniques at appropriate points along the progression.