College administrators suspended Lee Loughner after they became concerned about Loughner's potential to commit dangerous behaviors. Why didn't authorities arrest him?

a. Loughner's therapist did not feel he posed a danger to others
b. None of the local mental health facilities had space to house him.
c. Loughner did not make any overt threats against anyone.
d. Loughner's behavior was not considered odd in comparison to his peer group.


c

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