Michelle, a homicide detective, is working on a murder case. She finds some information in the case file that leads her to suspect Derek, the victim's boyfriend. However, when she brings him in for interrogation, he refuses to answer any questions in the absence of his lawyer. In the given scenario, Derek is most likely exercising his _____.

A. Miranda rights
B. right to privacy
C. Garrity Rights
D. right to petition


Answer: A

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