Which standard of proof would lead a reasonable person to believe a certain condition or fact exists?

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a. Incorrect. Probable cause is more than reasonable suspicion, which is a standard of proof that would lead a reasonable person (a police officer) to believe a certain condition or fact (that a crime is, will be, or has occurred) exists. Probable cause is evidence that may lead a reasonable person to believe that a crime has been committed and that a certain person committed it.
b. Incorrect. Probable cause is more than reasonable suspicion, which is a standard of proof that would lead a reasonable person (a police officer) to believe a certain condition or fact (that a crime is, will be, or has occurred) exists. The exclusionary rule is an interpretation of the U.S. Constitution by the U.S. Supreme Court that holds that evidence seized in violation of the Constitution cannot be used in court against a defendant.
c. Correct. Probable cause is more than reasonable suspicion, which is a standard of proof that would lead a reasonable person (a police officer) to believe a certain condition or fact (that a crime is, will be, or has occurred) exists.
d. Incorrect. Probable cause is more than reasonable suspicion, which is a standard of proof that would lead a reasonable person (a police officer) to believe a certain condition or fact (that a crime is, will be, or has occurred) exists. Beyond a reasonable doubt is the burden of proof that is required to find a defendant guilty. Beyond a reasonable doubt is the highest standard of proof.

Which Standard of Proof Would Lead a Reasonable Person to Believe