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Why is a person being arrested given the right to remain silent?

a)To avoid self-incrimination b)To prepare their statement c)To decide what to tell their lawyer d)To protect them from abuse by the police

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User Powlo
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the only one that would make sense is A. To avoid self-incrimination

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User Toskan
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to avoid self-incrimination
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User Yemmy
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