Which U.S. Supreme Court case ruled that deadly force may not be used against an unarmed and fleeing suspect unless necessary to prevent their escape and unless the officer has probable cause to believe that the suspect poses a significant threat of serious injury?
A. Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
B. Mapp v. Ohio (1961)
C. Tennessee v. Garner (1985)
D. Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
E. Roper v. Simmons (2005)
Answer: C
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