Probable cause is defined as

A. Evidence good and sufficient on its face to prove a fact or group of facts
B. Such evidence that a reasonable mind might accept as adequate to support a conclusion
C. Known facts that would lead a reasonably prudent person to draw a conclusion about unknown facts
D. Facts that would lead an experienced police officer to believe that a crime has been, is, or is about to be committed


ANSWER: C

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