Which behavior indicates the subject is attempting to flee rather than comply?

• A. Verbal requests for help
• B. Maintaining eye contact and stepping in place
• C. Repeated retreat attempts, turning away, or moving toward an exit
• D. Sitting down quietly

Answer: (C)

The behavior shown is flight intent—signs that the person wants to disengage and leave rather than follow commands. Repeated retreat attempts, turning away, or moving toward an exit clearly indicate a goal of getting away from the interaction, which is the hallmark of fleeing rather than complying.

Other responses reflect different states: verbal requests for help show seeking safety or assistance, not a desire to escape; maintaining eye contact and stepping in place can be about trying to gauge the situation or control the pace of the interaction, but doesn’t directly signal an exit attempt; sitting down quietly suggests passive compliance.