Which statement best distinguishes reasonable suspicion from probable cause in vehicle stops?

• A. Reasonable suspicion justifies a brief stop; probable cause is required for arrest or search.
• B. Probable cause justifies a brief stop; reasonable suspicion is required for arrest or search.
• C. Reasonable suspicion allows a full arrest; probable cause allows a light pat-down.
• D. Probable cause allows only a warning; reasonable suspicion leads to search.

Answer: (A)