In which case did the United States Supreme Court set the limits for the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers?

A. Gaines v. Miller (1963)
B. Tennessee v. Garner (1985)
C. Graham v. Connor (1989)
D. Rovario v. United States (1957)


Answer: B

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