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What does to “plead the fifth” mean ?

A. A person can choose to remain silent when arrested.

B. A person can refuse Miranda rights.

C. A person can choose not to give testimony.

D. A person can not be forced to incriminate herself

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To plead the fifth means to refuse to answer a question, especially in a criminal trial, on the grounds that you might incriminate yourself.
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