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    Deadly Force May Be Used Only If the Officer Has
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Deadly Force May Be Used Only If the Officer Has

Question 1

Question 1

Multiple Choice

Deadly force may be used only if the officer has ________ to believe that the suspect poses a threat of serious physical harm to the officer or others.


A) Reasonable suspicion
B) Exclusive evidence
C) Probable cause
D) Logical suspicion

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