Before a “Terry” investigatory stop may be made, an officer must have

A. a warrant.
B. probable cause to believe the person committed a crime.
C. a reasonable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot.
D. two witnesses who will testify that the person stopped has committed a crime.


Answer: C

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