What type of resistance involves both verbal and physical struggle against an officer's control?

Active resistance refers to a scenario in which an individual not only verbally refuses to comply with an officer’s commands but may also engage in physical actions that interfere with the officer's attempts to exert control. This type of resistance is characterized by its dynamic and confrontational nature, where the person actively challenges the authority of the officer through both words and physical means. Such behavior can escalate situations and requires officers to assess their response strategies carefully in order to regain control safely and effectively.

Passive resistance, in contrast, would typically involve a refusal to cooperate without engaging in physical struggle, such as sitting down or remaining silent when confronted, making it less confrontational than active resistance. Verbal direction refers to the commands issued by officers, and it does not denote a type of resistance at all. Therefore, active resistance is the only choice that accurately describes the combination of both verbal and physical struggle against an officer's control.