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Which is not listed as a phase of the SARA process?

  1. Scanning

  2. Planning

  3. Response

  4. Assessment

The correct answer is: Planning

The SARA process is an acronym used to describe the four phases of a problem-solving model commonly used in community policing. The four phases are Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment. It is important to note that each phase builds on the previous one and they all work together to identify and solve problems within a community. Therefore, the option "Planning" is not listed as a phase of the SARA process. While planning is an important aspect of problem-solving, it falls under the Response phase where specific strategies and tactics are developed to address the identified problem.