For a police officer to make an arrest he or she must have ___________

a. a reasonable idea that a wrong has been committed
b. probable cause to believe an individual has committed an offense
c. a “hunch” that an individual may have committed an offense
d. a suspicion that an individual may have violated the law


Answer: B

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