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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Francis Christensen

21 February, 11:07

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Maren Ayala 21 February, 13:10

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To avoid self-incrimination

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