Which of the following represents the correct order of the five levels of resistance from least to most severe?

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Understanding how resistance escalates from least to most severe helps explain why the sequence Cooperative, Passive, Active, Assaultive, GBH is the correct order. Cooperative means the person willingly follows commands with no resistance, posing the lowest risk and needing the least force. Passive refers to non-compliant behavior that isn’t threatening but can hinder control, requiring a firmer, but still non-violent, response. Active involves deliberate resistance that impedes control, so a more assertive approach is necessary to gain compliance. Assaultive means direct aggression toward the officer or others, demanding stronger, immediate protective actions. GBH stands for grievous bodily harm and represents the highest level of threat, requiring the most protective or stopping actions to ensure safety. This progression aligns force with threat level and supports proportional, safety‑minded decision making. Sequences that place higher-threat actions before lower levels or mix the order don’t reflect how risk and resistance increase.