Which is not one of the five questions that police officers must consider when making the decision to arrest?

a. Does the action constitute a crime?
b. Is there probable cause that the crime was committed?
c. Is the crime a misdemeanor or a felony?
d. Did the victim do something to enrage the perpetrator?


Answer: d

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