Which of the following is not an argument against receiving gratuities?

A) Police officers are underpaid and deserve them.
B) Police officers accepting them are on a "slippery slope."
C) Police officers who accept them may not provide equal protection.
D) Merchants giving them may expect favoritism from the police.

Slippery Slope

An argument or reasoning that suggests taking a minor action will lead to major and increasingly negative consequences, often without direct evidence.

Gratuities

Voluntary payments given for services received, often seen as a token of appreciation.

Equal Protection

A legal principle under constitutional law stating that no individual or group should be denied the same protection of the laws that is enjoyed by others.