A suspect has captured a hostage and is now barricaded. The suspect is using the hostage as a shield, to increase his bargaining power with the police. Which of the following is most correct?
A. The period when the initial seizure occurs is the least critical.
B. Refusal to allow the suspect to take the hostage from the scene probably will greatly increase the danger to the hostage.
C. Time operates to the advantage of the police in such cases.
D. If the suspect is permitted to remove the hostage because of unusual circumstances, the route of escape should not be kept under surveillance.
Answer: C
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