On a welfare check of a residence the officer looks through a window and sees a body on the floor. The officer forces entry to the house due to exigent circumstances. This is an allowable exception to getting a search warrant under the ________ Amendment.

A. 5th
B. 8th
C. 6th
D. 4th


Answer: D

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