Robbers often act in . . . . . . . . with the police.

connection
conformity
collusion
co-ordination E. co-operation

The correct answer is: C. collusion

Collusion is an agreement between two or more parties to act together in order to deceive others. In the context of the question, robbers often act in collusion with the police in order to avoid being caught. For example, they may agree to share the proceeds of a robbery, or they may agree to provide each other with information about police investigations.

The other options are not correct because they do not accurately describe the relationship between robbers and the police.

  • Connection is a general term that can refer to any type of relationship between two or more people or things. In the context of the question, it is not clear what type of connection is being referred to. It could be a positive connection, such as a working relationship, or it could be a negative connection, such as a criminal relationship.
  • Conformity is the act of behaving in a way that is similar to the way that others behave. In the context of the question, it is not clear what type of conformity is being referred to. It could be conformity to the law, or it could be conformity to the norms of a criminal subculture.
  • Co-ordination is the act of working together in order to achieve a common goal. In the context of the question, it is not clear what type of co-ordination is being referred to. It could be co-ordination between the police and the public, or it could be co-ordination between criminals.
  • Co-operation is the act of working together in a friendly and helpful way. In the context of the question, it is not clear what type of co-operation is being referred to. It could be co-operation between the police and the public, or it could be co-operation between criminals.