When sufficient evidence is available to support the reasonable conclusion that a person has committed a crime, then a police officer may claim to have:

A. reasonable suspicion.
B. exigent circumstances.
C. probable cause.
D. justifiable intent.
E. permission to act.


Answer: C

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